Conversations with Scripture : The Parables

William Brosend

ISBN 10: 0819221678 / ISBN 13: 9780819221674

Published by Church Publishing Nov 2006, 2006

About this Item

Neuware - Part of the Conversations with Scripture series, this book looks at the Biblical topics. Each chapter is organized by Parable type - such as seeking and growth and left room for activity ideas, such as role-playing, parable writing or music. It also gives the historical and cultural background.

Seller Inventory # 9780819221674

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Conversations with Scripture : The Parables
• Publisher: Church Publishing Nov 2006
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0819221678
• ISBN 13: 9780819221674
• Binding: Taschenbuch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 226W x 152H x 10D millimeters 226 millimeters width by 152 millimeters height by 10 millimeters depth
• Weight: 227 grams

About this title

Synopsis

From the very beginning, human beings have loved to listen to stories. And Jesus loved to tell them. The parables are vivid, rich,arresting stories that make us think and teach us lessons about our relationship with God and others. From talents to mustard seeds, from shepherds to Samaritans, Jesus used common reference points to teach important truths.

But the parables are filled with ambiguity and room for interpretation. With historical and cultural background, and careful scholarly detail, this book helps readers explore their beauty, richness, and joy.

Includes discussion questions and activities.  Chapters are organized by parable types such as seeking and growth.

About the Author

William Brosend, who received his PhD from the University of Chicago, is a priest in the Episcopal Diocese of Kentucky and director of the Louisville Institute. He has taught New Testament and Homiletics at Ashland Theological Seminary and Colgate Rochester Divinity School. He is the author of a commentary on James and Jude and co-author of The New Proclamation Lectionary.