More Parables From The Backside

This study is an addition to the author's popular 'œBack Side'� books . J. Ellsworth Kalas presents new insight into twelve of Jesus' parables by entering them through a unique starting point, a creative retelling, a new 'œlens,'� or the eyes of a minor or unsympathetic character. The book also will contain a study guide. Chapter titles: 1. The Value of the House --Matthew 7:24-27 2. The Man Who Talked with His Soul -- Luke 12:13-21 3. What Chance Does an Average Sinner Have? -- Luke 7:36-48 4. The Importance of Downward Mobility -- Luke 14:7-11 5. The Danger of Being Good and Empty--Matthew 12:43-45 6. Risky business--Matthew 13:45-46 7. Miracles Can Be Overrated--Luke 16:19-31 8. Second Chance for a Poor Manager -- Luke 16:1-13 9. A Laugh and a Prayer -- Luke 11:5-13, 18:1-8 1 0. It Happens While We Sleep -- Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 1 1. The Importance of Being Dressed for the Party--Matthew 22:1-14 12. The Genius of Effective Waiting--Luke 12:32-40