Parables of Jesus

by J. Ellsworth Kalas

9 sessions. One of today's most exciting biblical writers, J. Ellsworth Kalas, explains nine of the parables Jesus used to present eternal truths. Scripture passages referenced are from the New Revised Standard Version. Parables covered include: -The House on the Rock (Matthew 7:24­27) -The Sower (Mark 4:1­20) -The Father and His Two Sons (Luke 15:11­32) -The Mustard Seed (Matthew 13:31­32) -The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25­37) -The Widow and the Unjust Judge (Luke 18:1­8) -The Wise and Foolish Bridesmaids (Matthew 25:1­13) -The Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Luke 18:9­14 -The Nobleman and the Pounds (Luke 19:11­27) Parables of Jesus is an excellent resource for use with adult study groups, or for independent study. Leader helps and discussion questions are included within each chapter. Each session also includes an invitation to make or reaffirm a commitment to Jesus Christ. Includes a study guide.

114 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1998

About the author

J. Ellsworth Kalas has been part of the faculty of Asbury Theological Seminary since 1993, after thirty-eight years as a United Methodist pastor and five years in evangelism with the World Methodist Council. He has been a presenter on DISCIPLE videos and is the author of more than thirty books, including the popular Back Side series as well as the Christian Believer study.