Simple Stories Packed with Meaning Jesus, the Master Teacher, was a superb storyteller. Rather than abstract doctrinal teachings, he spoke to his followers in lively discourses full of illustrations, metaphors, and stories. Through the images of seeds and soils, sheep, coins, and weddings, Jesus introduces us to God's kingdom, its principles, and the people who live in it. As you work through these studies, listen for Christ's clear and authoritative voice, speaking to you about vital spiritual realities. Fisherman Bible Studyguides include . Penetrating questions that generate discussion . Flexible format for group or individual needs . Helpful leaders' notes . Emphasis on daily applications of Bible truth.
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.
2022 Catholic Media Association first place award in scripture: academic studies In this book, which covers all of Jesus’ parables, award-winning author Gerhard Lohfink takes a closer look at the origins of each one—its shape, its ...
R. T. Kendall unwraps Jesus's simple stories one by one, uncovering profound meaning and offering fresh understanding of the purpose, promise, and paradox of the parables.
This continuation of the Deeper Connections series takes us behind the scenes of main events in Jesus' life to understand what made him extraordinary and to learn how to draw on his transforming power.
This collection of the 42 parables spoken by Jesus Christ is divided into six categories, and for each category the significance for the modern day is discussed. (Christian)
Approximately one-third of the words spoken by Christ in the New Testament come in the form of parables. This book attempts to relate those parables for modern readers.
Outlines the parables of Jesus and discusses how each of the parables can be taught and preached.
Fr. Thomas Keating, the internationally known Centering Prayer teacher, shows you how to apply the profound meaning of the parables of Jesus to your spiritual journey today.
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.
Who do we meet in the stories Jesus told? In The Parables of Jesus the Galilean: Stories of a Social Prophet, a selection of the parables of Jesus is read using a social-scientific approach.