The Power Of Parables

Author : John Dominic Crossan
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2012-03-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780062098337

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The Power of Parable by John Dominic Crossan Pdf

In 1969, I was teaching at two seminaries inthe Chicago area. One of my courses wason the parables by Jesus and the other wason the resurrection stories about Jesus. I hadobserved that the parabolic stories by Jesusseemed remarkably similar to the resurrectionstories about Jesus. Were the latter intended asparables just as much as the former? Had webeen reading parable, presuming history, andmisunderstanding both? —from The Power of Parable So begins the quest of renowned Jesus scholarJohn Dominic Crossan as he unlocks the truemeanings and purposes of parable in the Bible sothat modern Christians can respond genuinely toJesus's call to fully participate in the kingdom ofGod. In The Power of Parable, Crossan examinesJesus's parables and identifies what he calls the"challenge parable" as Jesus's chosen teaching toolfor gently urging his followers to probe, question,and debate the ideological absolutes of religiousfaith and the presuppositions of social, political,and economic traditions. Moving from parables by Jesus to parables aboutJesus, Crossan then presents the four gospels as"megaparables." By revealing how the gospels arenot reflections of the actual biography of Jesus butrather (mis)interpretations by the gospel writersthemselves, Crossan reaffirms the power of parablesto challenge and enable us to co-create withGod a world of justice, love, and peace.

Author : Robert Bagnetto
Publisher : WestBow Press
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-08-17
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781512708875

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Parables of Jesus for Children by Robert Bagnetto Pdf

One of the most important gifts parents can give their children is to teach them the Holy Scriptures. In a format tailored for toddlers and young children, Parables of Jesus for Children shares twenty-five New Testament parables, the Lord’s Prayer, and Beatitudes that encourage youngsters to think and helps them learn the valuable and timeless lessons taught by each parable. Author Robert Bagnetto offers an entertaining collection of both familiar and new parables containing morals for children to remember and practice in their own lives. Included parables teach young people that God will find them if they wander away, help them remember the importance of practicing acts of kindness, and encourage them to keep in mind that unconditional love forgives all mistakes. Bagnetto transforms ancient stories using easily understood language to help children remember all that is important to being a good Christian both now and in adulthood. Parables of Jesus for Children reminds both the young and old about the power of the Kingdom of God, the importance of prayer, and the peacefulness that comes from divine love.

Author : Octavia E. Butler
Publisher : Grand Central Publishing
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781538765494

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Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler Pdf

This acclaimed post-apocalyptic novel of hope and terror from an award-winning author "pairs well with 1984 or The Handmaid's Tale" and includes a foreword by N. K. Jemisin (John Green, New York Times). When global climate change and economic crises lead to social chaos in the early 2020s, California becomes full of dangers, from pervasive water shortage to masses of vagabonds who will do anything to live to see another day. Fifteen-year-old Lauren Olamina lives inside a gated community with her preacher father, family, and neighbors, sheltered from the surrounding anarchy. In a society where any vulnerability is a risk, she suffers from hyperempathy, a debilitating sensitivity to others' emotions. Precocious and clear-eyed, Lauren must make her voice heard in order to protect her loved ones from the imminent disasters her small community stubbornly ignores. But what begins as a fight for survival soon leads to something much more: the birth of a new faith . . . and a startling vision of human destiny.

Author : R. T. Kendall
Publisher : Chosen Books
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2008-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780800794583

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The Parables of Jesus by R. T. Kendall Pdf

IN THIS KINGDOM, NOT EVEN THE ROYALS ARE IMMUNE TO DANGER With a sexy FBI agent posing as her suitor, Princess Laila of Qamsar is home for the wedding of her brother the Emir. In truth, the beautiful royal and Harris Truman are on an undercover mission: to find the infamous terrorist her brother is suspected of aiding. But once the festivities begin, Laila faces a bigger threat than Al-Adel. Her secret meetings with Harris pose a danger to her safety—and her heart. To gain his love and live in freedom as his equal is her ardent desire. But will she betray her traditions for a man whose kisses are part of a charade?

Author : Drniel F. Owsley
Publisher : Booktango
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-06-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781468906691

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The Power of Parables by Drniel F. Owsley Pdf

Author : Matt Litton
Publisher : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2010-08-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781414349442

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The Mockingbird Parables by Matt Litton Pdf

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.

Author : James Montgomery Boice
Publisher : Moody Publishers
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802494191

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The Parables of Jesus by James Montgomery Boice Pdf

"Some sections of the Bible give us grand theology. Some move us to grateful responses to God. But the parables break through mere words and make us ask whether there has indeed been any real difference in our lives." In this beloved classic, James Boice takes us systematically through the parables of Jesus, grouping them into five categories: parables of the kingdom, salvation, wisdom and folly, the Christian life, and judgment. In each section Boice brings Jesus' words to bear on life today. Through his careful study and clear explanation of each parable—born from a sermon series he preached at the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, where he pastored for 32 years—he helps us understand just what Jesus meant, and how our hearts and lives ought to respond. Jesus' parables are memorable for a reason. Discover their power for yourself.

Author : Robert Sirico
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2022-05-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781684512911

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The Economics of the Parables by Robert Sirico Pdf

Timeless and moral economic wisdom for life's choices and changes derived from the parables of the New Testament by famed free market advocate and Catholic priest Robert Sirico. Libraries are filled with books on the parables of Christ, and rightly so. In the words of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, “While civilizations have come and gone, these stories continue to teach us anew with their freshness and their humanity.” Two millennia later, the New Testament parables remain ubiquitous, and yet, few have stopped to glean from one of Christ’s most prevalent analogies: money. In The Economics of the Parables, Rev. Robert Sirico pulls back the veil of modernity to reveal the timeless economic wisdom of the parables. Thirteen central stories—including “The Laborers in the Vineyard,” “The Rich Fool,” “The Five Talents,” and “The Faithful Steward”—serve as his guide, revealing practical lessons in caring for the poor, stewarding wealth, distributing inheritances, navigating income disparities, and resolving family tensions. As contemporary as any business manual and sure to outlast them, The Economics of the Parables equips any economically informed reader to uncover the enduring financial truths of the parables in a reasonable, sensible, and life-empowering manner.

Author : Gary Inrig
Publisher : Our Daily Bread Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06
Category : Large type books
ISBN : 1627072772

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The Parables by Gary Inrig Pdf

Get an eye-opening point of view on Jesus' parables that will touch your life in practical and compelling ways.

Author : Chad Stephens
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2005-05-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781418558512

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Awesome Power Parables by Chad Stephens Pdf

Jesus spoke in parables to teach us empowering life lessons. This unique book and CD format explores twenty of his teachings with an engaging read-along and sing-along CD. Including the stories of the good Samaritan, the prodigal son, and the sower of seeds, Awesome Power Parables is an entertaining approach to exploring the wisdom of Jesus. Small enough to fit in your CD holder but-with twenty songs and twenty stories-large enough to entertain for hours, these teachings of Jesus are accompanied by lively songs performed by the Wonder Kids and produced by Stephen Elkins of Wonder Workshop.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 491 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2023-11-07
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004680043

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The Power of Parables by Anonim Pdf

The Power of Parables documents the surprising ways in which Jewish and Christian parables bridge religion with daily life. This 2019 conference volume rediscovers the original power of parables to shock and affect their audience, which has since been reduced by centuries of preaching and repetition. Not only do parables enhance the perspective on Scripture or the kingdom of heaven, they also change the sensory regime of the audience in perceiving the outer world. The theological differences in their applications appear secondary in view of their powerful rhetoric and suggest a shared genre.

Author : Hank Smith,Kathryn Jenkins Gordon
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Christian life
ISBN : 1524410373

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Living the Parables by Hank Smith,Kathryn Jenkins Gordon Pdf

In Living the Parables: Applying Christ's Teachings to Our Lives, readers are presented with commentary from generations of Church leaders and religious scholars, as well as modern-day interpretations of the underlying significance of each account. This volume will inspire followers of Christ to draw on the power of His Atonement by embracing a deeper understanding of His parables

Author : Paula Gooder
Publisher : Canterbury Press
Page : 121 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781786221537

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The Parables by Paula Gooder Pdf

The third volume in the Biblical Explorations series from bestselling New Testament writer Paula Gooder explores a major exponent of the Gospels: the parables of Jesus. Covering every parable, this volume focuses on some of the best-known stories in the gospels, mining their meaning afresh today. It considers why Jesus spoke in pictures and opens up the world behind the parables to reveal just how striking, memorable and challenging they were for their original hearers. Biblical Explorations is an exciting series that offers an accessible and informed study of the best loved texts in Scripture. Rooted in the conviction that greater understanding of the Bible leads to deeper discipleship, it is an essential resource for preachers, teachers and study group leaders, as well as those who simply wish to get to know the Bible better.

Author : Klyne R. Snodgrass
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 917 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2018-02-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781467449632

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Stories with Intent by Klyne R. Snodgrass Pdf

Winner of the 2009 Christianity Today Award for Biblical Studies, Stories with Intent offers pastors and students a comprehensive and accessible guide to Jesus' parables. Klyne Snodgrass explores in vivid detail the historical context in which these stories were told, the part they played in Jesus' overall message, and the ways in which they have been interpreted in the church and the academy. Snodgrass begins by surveying the primary issues in parables interpretation and providing an overview of other parables—often neglected in the discussion—from the Old Testament, Jewish writings, and the Greco-Roman world. He then groups the more important parables of Jesus thematically and offers a comprehensive treatment of each, exploring both background and significance for today. This tenth anniversary edition includes a substantial new chapter that surveys developments in the interpretation of parables since the book's original 2008 publication.

Author : Craig L. Blomberg
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-07-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830866779

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Interpreting the Parables by Craig L. Blomberg Pdf

Craig Blomberg surveys the contemporary critical approaches to the parables--including those that have emerged in the twenty years since the first edition. This widely used text has taken a minority perspective and made it mainstream, with Blomberg ably defending a limited allegorical approach and offering brief interpretations of all the major parables.