num_pages: 128
description: J. Ellsworth Kalas presents new insight into twelve of Jesus’ parables by entering them through a unique starting point, a creative retelling, a new “lens,” or the eyes of a minor or unsympathetic character.  A study guide is included.Chapters The Value of the House - Matthew 7:24-27The Man Who Talked with His Soul - Luke 12:13-21What Chance Does an Average Sinner Have? - Luke 7:36-48 The Importance of Downward Mobility - Luke 14:7-14The Danger of Being Good and Empty - Matthew 12:43-45Risky Business - Matthew 13:45-46Miracles Can Be Overrated - Luke 16:19-31Second Chance for a Poor Manager - Luke 16:1-13A Laugh and a Prayer - Luke 11:5-13, 18:1-8It Happens While We Sleep - Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43The Importance of Being Dressed for the Party - Matthew 22:1-14The Genius of Effective Waiting - Luke 12:32-40
language: English
title: Parables from the Back Side Volume 2: Bible Stories With A Twist
titlecomplete: Parables from the Back Side Volume 2: Bible Stories With A Twist
genres: Religion, Theology
ratings_count: 43
publisher: Abingdon Press