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Short Stories by Jesus

Author : Amy-Jill Levine
Publisher : Harper Collins
ISBN 13 : 006219819X
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (621 download)

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Download or read book Short Stories by Jesus written by Amy-Jill Levine and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2014-09-09 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The renowned biblical scholar, author of The Misunderstood Jew, and general editor for The Jewish Annotated New Testament interweaves history and spiritual analysis to explore Jesus’ most popular teaching parables, exposing their misinterpretations and making them lively and relevant for modern readers. Jesus was a skilled storyteller and perceptive teacher who used parables from everyday life to effectively convey his message and meaning. Life in first-century Palestine was very different from our world today, and many traditional interpretations of Jesus’ stories ignore this disparity and have often allowed anti-Semitism and misogyny to color their perspectives. In this wise, entertaining, and educational book, Amy-Jill Levine offers a fresh, timely reinterpretation of Jesus’ narratives. In Short Stories by Jesus, she analyzes these “problems with parables,” taking readers back in time to understand how their original Jewish audience understood them. Levine reveals the parables’ connections to first-century economic and agricultural life, social customs and morality, Jewish scriptures and Roman culture. With this revitalized understanding, she interprets these moving stories for the contemporary reader, showing how the parables are not just about Jesus, but are also about us—and when read rightly, still challenge and provoke us two thousand years later.

The Gospel According to Matthew

Author :
Publisher : Canongate U.S.
ISBN 13 : 9780802136169
Total Pages : 100 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (361 download)

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Download or read book The Gospel According to Matthew written by and published by Canongate U.S.. This book was released on 1999 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The publication of the King James version of the Bible, translated between 1603 and 1611, coincided with an extraordinary flowering of English literature and is universally acknowledged as the greatest influence on English-language literature in history. Now, world-class literary writers introduce the book of the King James Bible in a series of beautifully designed, small-format volumes. The introducers' passionate, provocative, and personal engagements with the spirituality and the language of the text make the Bible come alive as a stunning work of literature and remind us of its overwhelming contemporary relevance.

Parables

Author : Mary Hoffman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780711215238
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (152 download)

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Download or read book Parables written by Mary Hoffman and published by . This book was released on 2001-08-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In eight retellings, Mary Hoffman shows how Jesus used simple parables to convey essential truths to his listeners. The parables include The Lost Sheep, The Good Samaritan, The Prodigal Son, and The House on the Rock.

The Parable of the Lily

Author : Liz Curtis Higgs
Publisher : Tommy Nelson
ISBN 13 : 1418553409
Total Pages : 32 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (185 download)

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Download or read book The Parable of the Lily written by Liz Curtis Higgs and published by Tommy Nelson. This book was released on 2007-02-04 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author Liz Curtis Higgs shares a joyful Easter story about grace, forgiveness, and the true meaning of Easter. Maggie, the farmer’s daughter, can’t wait to unwrap her gift that arrived in the mail. But her delight turns to disappointment when she doesn’t receive a toy or a doll or a game. Instead, she’s gifted a plant bulb. After forgetting to water the plant, Maggie gets frustrated and tosses the bulb outside—where something amazing happens on Easter morning! This hardcover picture book for 3-to-7-year-olds teaches kids about God's patience and everlasting love with a sweet story they can understand, encourages children to remember the true meaning of the Easter season, turns Sunday School or family story time into a faith-growing discussion, includes scriptures that tie the story to the good news of the Bible, and is a good book for Easter baskets, baptisms, springtime celebrations, or family reading time. Help your children develop the character trait of generosity, teach them about God’s grace, and remind them that God can make beautiful things out of our mistakes by making The Parable of the Lily a family Easter tradition. Don't miss the other books in the Parable series by Liz Curtis Higgs: The Sunflower Parable, a summer story about planting seeds in people's hearts The Pumpkin Patch Parable, a fall harvest story about God’s love and redemption The Pine Tree Parable, a Christmas story about giving

Parables

Author : John F. MacArthur
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
ISBN 13 : 1400203503
Total Pages : 250 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book Parables written by John F. MacArthur and published by Thomas Nelson. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Have you ever wondered why Jesus often spoke in parables? Are you curious about what lessons we can learn from these parables today? Pastor and bestselling author John MacArthur breaks down the parables and teaches us how we can apply these deceptively simple stories to modern Christianity. Jesus was a master storyteller, and the parables he often told were no exception. Beneath these unassuming stories were deeply profound spiritual lessons that were designed to reach all who heard them--from the faithful to the faithless--and they're still relevant today. In Parables, MacArthur argues that these short, memorable stories represented more than just symbolism or a clever teaching style--they were carefully crafted tales that made the mysteries of the Gospel more accessible to everyday believers. Parables will help you see Jesus' teachings in a brand new light, addressing some of the most common questions on the topic, including: When did Jesus start teaching in parables? What makes parables so accessible? How can we interpret these stories? What common threads link each of the parables together? What do parables teach us about the kingdom of God? MacArthur has spent a lifetime sharing the Word of God in clear and comprehensible terms with believers of all walks of life. Let him be your guide as he sheds light on the essential lessons contained in the most infamous and influential short stories the world has ever known.

The Mockingbird Parables

Author : Matt Litton
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1414349440
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (143 download)

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Download or read book The Mockingbird Parables written by Matt Litton and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2010-08-11 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mockingbird Parables takes readers on an inspiring and engaging journey through Harper Lee’s beloved 1960 literary masterpiece, introducing each character through the lens of faith. The enigmatic Boo Radley as an allegorical representation of God, “the divine, mysterious neighbor” who watches over, protects, and longs to know his children personally. The hero, Atticus Finch, as a model of faith, integrity, and even parenting. The main character, Scout Finch, and what she might teach us about the role of women in church and society. The Mockingbird Parables compels us to ask the often-ignored questions: Do we truly love our neighbors? Are we building community? Are we influencing society for the better? By illuminating the parallels between Christian faith and Lee’s masterpiece, The Mockingbird Parables reaffirms the magnitude of a novel perhaps more relevant today than ever before.

Parables for Kids

Author : Danae Dobson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781414302744
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (27 download)

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Download or read book Parables for Kids written by Danae Dobson and published by . This book was released on 2005-02-07 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retells eight parables, such as the Prodigal Son, the Persistent Widow, and the Good Samaritan, in terms of modern situations. Includes the Biblical version and interpretive text.

How to Eat the Elephant

Author : Ann Sheybani
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780986330902
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (39 download)

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Download or read book How to Eat the Elephant written by Ann Sheybani and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-02 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A step-by-step guide to writing and publishing a book.

Scandalous Stories

Author : Daniel Emery Price
Publisher : New Reformation Publications
ISBN 13 : 1945500832
Total Pages : 94 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (455 download)

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Download or read book Scandalous Stories written by Daniel Emery Price and published by New Reformation Publications. This book was released on 2018-10-18 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Parables are some of the most familiar stories in the Bible, yet their interpretations and applications are anything but uniform. Scandalous Stories is a "sort" of commentary on these familiar stories that are steeped in God's offensive grace and loving mercy for sinners and saints alike.

Once Upon a Time: Parables of Jesus, Stories That Changed the World

Author : Catherine Barry
Publisher : Lulu.com
ISBN 13 : 1329577809
Total Pages : 42 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (295 download)

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Download or read book Once Upon a Time: Parables of Jesus, Stories That Changed the World written by Catherine Barry and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2015-09-24 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Storytelling has been around since the beginning of time. Can you just picture Adam and Eve sitting around and telling God about their day and the adventures they had in the Garden of Eden? It is how we connect the past to the present, keeping the details of history alive into the future. Word pictures, intricately woven with descriptive words and phrases bring to life the events of the past, the details of a missed occasion or an object lesson to teach a child. "Storytelling is the most powerful way to put ideas into the world today." Robert McAfee Brown "Storytelling reveals meaning without committing the error of defining it." Hannah Arendt Jesus is a great example of a masterful storyteller. Although all his stories were not based on an actual event, they were not fiction. There was nothing but truth in them. What skill! You now have the opportunity to become a great storyteller. Here are some tips to help you make the most of each parable and each class.

Sharable Parables

Author : Steven James
Publisher : Standard Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780784716328
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (163 download)

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Download or read book Sharable Parables written by Steven James and published by Standard Publishing. This book was released on 2005-01-03 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Teach 15 parables in fun and fresh ways. There is 1 parable per chapter with multiple ideas such as drama, skits, and interactive activities for each age group. Enjoy this library of favorite Bible stories and storytelling techniques developed by award-winning author and professional storyteller Steven James. Each book includes creative storytelling techniques especially suited to help teachers tell God’s story and involve children in the Bible story.

Stories Jesus Told

Author : Prof. Greg Carey
Publisher : Abingdon Press
ISBN 13 : 1501884166
Total Pages : 151 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (18 download)

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Download or read book Stories Jesus Told written by Prof. Greg Carey and published by Abingdon Press. This book was released on 2019-08-06 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We love stories. That’s why we go to movies, read books, and listen to friends recount an experience. That’s also why teachers use the technique of storytelling to make a difficult concept easier for us to process. Jesus told stories, or parables, for that very reason—and to help us understand how God wants us to live life. Sometimes, however, stories like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son can be interpreted in more than one way. Even Bible scholars are divided on their meanings. In Stories Jesus Told, you’ll explore six of Jesus’ parables to learn how to read, interpret, and live them in your daily life. A DVD and Leader Guide are elements you can add to make a lively, six-week group study.

Parable and Story in Judaism and Christianity

Author : Clemens Thoma
Publisher : Paulist Press
ISBN 13 : 9780809130870
Total Pages : 270 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Parable and Story in Judaism and Christianity written by Clemens Thoma and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 1989 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A scholarly study of the parables and stories in biblical tradition to help discover the common heritage of Christians and Jews.

Parables

Author : John White
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
ISBN 13 : 0830862927
Total Pages : 68 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Parables written by John White and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2012-04-10 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The parables of Jesus seem designed to sneak up on us and upend our assumptions. The familiar takes an unexpected turn and the listener's secret thoughts are exposed. In these twelve-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, John White invites us to lend an ear to thes greatest stories ever told—stories with power to reveal us to ourselves.

Stories Jesus Still Tells

Author : John Claypool
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1561011851
Total Pages : 170 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (61 download)

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Download or read book Stories Jesus Still Tells written by John Claypool and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2007-01-25 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this revised second edition of Stories Jesus Still Tells, John Claypool brings fresh insight to a selection of parables, allowing us to hear Jesus' calm, persuasive voice still speaking to us through stories like the great banquet, the rich fool, and the final judgment. By providing us with a clearer understanding of the context of these stories in Jesus' immediate culture, Claypool demonstrates how accessible the parables were to his listeners, told in familiar terms that everyone who heard them could grasp. He writes: "This is how Jesus worked the miracle of reconciliation again and again. People would come to him in all degrees of panic, fear, and anger. Yet, instead of confronting them head-on and driving them deeper into their defensiveness, he would, like Nathan, defuse their anxiety by saying, 'Let me tell you a story. . . .' Then, drawn in by the narrative and with their defenses down, the listeners would see the story as a mirror, and its light would make their personal darkness visible. In this way, parables became events of revelation." And so it is with us, Claypool believes. When we open the deep places in our being to the parables--these stories Jesus still tells--then in a moment of surprise and insight, we who listen recognize ourselves in the characters and the decisions they face. The stories are no longer about them, but about us, and the opportunity for illumination and transformation in our own lives.

The Parables

Author : Simon J. Kistemaker
Publisher : Baker Books
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Parables written by Simon J. Kistemaker and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2002-03 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clear introduction to the parables of Jesus, including and examination of their settings, interpretations, and implications for the Christian life.

Stories for Ears to Hear

Author : Tincan Caldwell
Publisher : WestBowPress
ISBN 13 : 1449799299
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (497 download)

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Download or read book Stories for Ears to Hear written by Tincan Caldwell and published by WestBowPress. This book was released on 2013-08-08 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When asked a question like Who is my neighbor?, Jesus often answered with a story. He did this because humans often see themselves in stories better than they do in direct answers. For instance, the universal situation of rescuing someone who is in desperate need on the side of the road somewhere, far from home, resonates with people down through the ages. In Stories for Ears to Hear, Tincan Caldwell puts a modern spin on the parables of Jesus in an attempt to help the reader imagine what the heart of these stories would look like today. In his famous challenge before telling a parable, Jesus would encourage those with ears to hear to listen to his tales of prodigal sons, lost coins, victimized travelers on the road, and elaborate parties with no guests. In telling these stories, Jesus brought the sensibilities of heaven to the very real dusty highways and hills of his homeland. In reimagining these classic parables (the parable of the good Samaritan set against the backdrop of the 9/11 tragedy, the parable of the unmerciful servant moved to a struggling record store, the parable of the talents reimagined in the world of a network reality show), Caldwell challenges readers to re-examine how heaven wants to invade the everyday stuff of life, like roads, parties, wayward sons, and the foundations we build our lives upon. That makes for a great story any day.