Studying The Parables Of Jesus
$27.00
Preface
Critical Introduction
Chapter 1. Recent Study Of The Parables
Chapter 2. The Nature Of Parables
Chapter 3. Special Literary Considerations
Part I: The Sure Coming Of The Kingdom
Chapter 4. Impetus To Hearing And Hoping: The Parable Of The Sower, The Seed, And The Soils
Chapter 5. An Appeal To Religious Imagination : The Parable Of The Mustard Seed
Chapter 6. An Invitation To Faith : The Parable Of The Seed Growing On Its Own
Part II: The Crisis Of The Coming Kingdom
Chapter 7. Prophetic Call For National Repentance: The Parable Of The Barren Fig Tree
Chapter 8. Exposure Of Inauthentic Existence: The Parable Of The Rich Fool
Chapter 9. Call To Existential Decision : The Parable Of The Six Brothers
Part III: The Grace And Repentance Of The Kingdom
Chapter 10. Gospel For The Lost (1): The Parable Of The Lost Sheep And The Lost Coin
Chapter 11. Gospel For The Lost (2): The Parable Of The Compassionate Father And The Angry Brother
Chapter 12. Portrait Of Radical Grace And Stunning Penitence: The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Tax Collector
Part IV: The Character Of Discipleship In The Kingdom
Chapter 13. The Imperative Of Forgiveness: The Parable Of The Unmerciful Servant
Chapter 14. The Love Command In Parable: The Parable Of The Compassionate Samaritan
Chapter 15. Pastoral Call To Perseverance: The Parable Of The Persistent Widow And The Reluctant Judge
Practical Addendum
Chapter 16. Preaching And Teaching The Parables
Index
Additional Info
Studying the Parables of Jesus is a primer on the historical and literary approaches to biblical study. This book not only gives helpful insights into preaching the parables, but also interacts with the newest scholarship on the subject. The chapters of exegesis approach a select group of parables for a more intensive analysis. While reserving much of the technical details for the endnotes, the text includes discussion of critical issues and alternative opinions. Questions and exercises are appended at the close of each chapter for personal use or classroom discussion
in stock within 3-5 days of online purchase
SKU (ISBN): 9781573121675
ISBN10: 1573121673
Peter Jones
Binding: Trade Paper
Published: April 1999
Publisher: Smyth & Helwys Publishing
Print On Demand Product
Related products
-
Kingdom Disciples : Heavens Representatives On Earth
$18.40Add to cartThe missing key to Christianity in America
There is a missing key in Christianity today. It is a critical key, and its absence has led to weak believers, disintegrating families, ineffective churches, and a decaying culture. Without the full use of this key, we lack the tools needed to fully live as heaven’s representatives on earth.
That missing key is discipleship. In Kingdom Disciples, Tony Evans outlines a simple, actionable definition of discipleship to help the church fulfill its calling. Readers will learn:
*What a disciple essentially is
*What a disciple cares about
*How to be a disciple and make disciples
*What discipleship looks like in community
*What the impact of discipleship on the world should beKingdom disciples are short supply, and the results are legions of powerless Christians attending powerless churches, resulting in a powerless presence in the world. The power, authority, abundance, victory, and impact God has promised will only come about when we understand and align ourselves with His definition of discipleship.
It is the goal of this book Kingdom Disciples to call believers and churches back to our primary, divinely ordained responsibility to be disciples and make disciples. Only when we take seriously this assignment will the world see heaven at work on earth. Will you accept the assignment?
Useful for base material in a course on discipleship.
-
God Do You Really Care
$15.99Add to cartYou’re in over your head. The hits just keep coming. Maybe you could handle this if you knew God cared. But right now? Well…you’re not really sure.
Catastrophe, sickness, loss, and other unexpected trials and setbacks can make you doubt the God is good or wants your best. But He is good. And He does care.
-
Kingdom Family Devotional
$18.40Add to cartThis new devotional from Dr. Tony Evans and his son Jonathan Evans will provide both single and married parents with a resource tool to maximize those family devotional times, such as the dinner hour or bedtime. The family virtues-based devotional provides 52 separate topics, one for each week of the year, and five devotionals within each topic that will guide devotional times Monday through Friday. This is a wonderful way to build a spiritually strong family week by week, day after day-a perfect way to head into the weekend. Topics range from the basics of the faith-such as salvation, spiritual warfare, prayer, forgiveness, and discipleship-to essentials of living as followers of Christ: money, prayer, family, friends, and priorities. The subject matter is simplified so even young children can grasp important concepts. This is a perfect resource for busy families.
-
Women Of The Bible
$16.99Add to cartBased on the bestselling book coauthored with Ann Spangler, Women of the Bible, this study edition includes an introduction to each woman, major Scripture passages, study materials, and cultural backgrounds. There are fifty-two studies, one for each week of the year. Newly gathered study aids include helpful charts as well as a complete listing of all women of the Bible, with pertinent Scripture references. Space is included to record your thoughts and insights.
Each timeless biblical story mirrors the challenges and changes today’s women face. Through understanding these women’s lives, this easy-to-use study resource will help you discover the God behind their stories-and yours.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet.