The Parable of Joy


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Card brings a special blend of artistic craft and scholarly research to this candid look at the text of John--including his own translation of the gospel from the original Greek text. He introduces readers to the apostle in a fresh new way and offers insight into the apostle's unique outlook on life.




Wellsprings of Wisdom


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Parable Wisdom


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The inner meaning of the parables of Jesus and their transformational wisdom for daily life are made accessible and applicable for every reader. This book features an indepth examination of twenty parables and the teachings embedded in the stories and images, revealing their universal value for anyone seeking spiritual development. In decoding these core teachings, instructions and practical methodologies are uncovered for consciously living in the Presence of Holy beyond dogma and tradition.




Woven Parables of Wisdom


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In a world that often glorifies busyness and relentless pursuit, we find ourselves caught in an endless cycle of overwhelm, striving to juggle countless responsibilities while feeling perpetually behind. In "The Balance of Effort," Alander Lee Pulliam Jr. invites readers to step back and reevaluate the age-old adage: "less is more." This book explores the wisdom in prioritizing what truly matters over the frantic hustle that society champions. Drawing from timeless parables and rich life experiences, Pulliam underscores the significance of understanding our limits and embracing the power of collaboration. He offers profound insights through the tale of the Busy Ant and the Slow Tortoise—two creatures representing contrasting approaches to work and life. The Busy Ant tirelessly takes on too much, struggling to keep her head above water, while the Slow Tortoise chooses a more deliberate, measured path, recognizing that true success stems from balance and support. As you journey through these pages, you'll discover not only the pitfalls of overcommitment but also the strength that comes from asking for help, working thoughtfully, and celebrating the incremental progress. Let this book be your guide toward a more fulfilling and harmonious existence, one where you can embrace your responsibilities without sacrificing your well-being. Join Alander Lee Pulliam Jr. on a transformative path towards clarity, purpose, and the realization that sometimes, to truly move forward, we may need to slow down. Welcome to a new perspective on life, work, and the beauty of finding balance.




Go and Do Likewise!


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The parables and teachings of Jesus are brought to life in this stunning picture book from award-winning author and illustrator John Hendrix But Jesus was going somewhere. His journey to find those most in need of him began anew each morning. Jesus walked . . . and ever since, people have followed him. Through parables of the good Samaritan and the prodigal son, the lost sheep and the beatitudes, Jesus taught his disciples the redeeming power of sacrificial love and showed mercy to everyone around him—especially the sick, the poor, and the downtrodden. In this inspirational and richly illustrated book, John Hendrix brings to life the wisdom of Jesus. Interweaving hand lettering with his signature, award-winning art style, Hendrix captures the spirit of Jesus’s timeless message that will resonate with readers of any Christian faith.




Junkyard Wisdom


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"Most of us live a life of unprecedented abundance. No matter what our income level, walls of security and distraction inevitably insulate us from the poor or anyone else who might threaten our comfortable life. Yet despite our trappings of wealth--or perhaps because of them--we continue to experience a spiritual hunger for something deeper and more meaningful. In a surprising solution to that hunger, Jesus invites us to utilize our wealth and our talents to create Kingdom relationships, beginning right in our own communities. To tear down the walls, bother literal and cultural, separating God's children in our neighborhoods and across the globe. To experience a life of joy and fulfillment. In Junkyard Wisdom, Roy Goble shares what's waiting for us on the other side of complacency: an abundant future we can only reach together."--Back cover.




108 Buddhist Parables and Stories


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This book is a collection of the most beloved stories, teachings and parables attributed to Gautama Buddha, enlightened teacher and sage who lived and taught in the northeastern part of ancient India. Since the narrative of the Buddha’s life was retold across cultures and across times, it is only natural that the facts mingled with various legends and folk stories, thus creating an invaluable source of wisdom that is not only inspirational, but also utterly entertaining.




The Wisdom of God


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This 10-week study of Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon mines the Wisdom Literature not only for wise principles for living, but also for the wise person these books point to through their drama, poetry, proverb, and song. In her accessible and authentic style, Nancy Guthrie focuses on seeing Jesus in the Old Testament instead of emphasizing works-based moralism. She presents clear commentary and contemporary application of gospel truths, speaking directly to issues such as repentance, submission, happiness, and sexuality. Each weekly lesson includes questions for personal study, a contemporary teaching chapter that emphasizes how the passage fits into the bigger story of redemptive history, a brief section on how the passage uniquely points to what is yet to come at the consummation of Christ's kingdom, and a leader's guide for group discussion.




The Gospel of Thomas and Christian Wisdom


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Discovered in Egypt in 1945 as part of the Nag Hammadi Library, the Gospel of Thomas was long considered irrelevant to the study of Jesus' teachings. Stevan Davies' influential The Gospel of Thomas and Christian Wisdom overturned this view, and enabled the Gospel of Thomas to be taken seriously as a source for the earliest Christianity. This Bardic Press edition brings a classic work of accessible scholarshp back into print. A entirely new forty page introduction discusses recent developments in scholarship, looks at Thomas' independence from the New Testament gospels, discusses the role of Mary Magdalene in the Gospel Thomas, and offers a variety of valuable insights. A fascinating additional essay speculates that Thomas may have been used as an oracle text in a similar way to the I Ching.




Kingdom And Wisdom’s Parables


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Collection of short stories related to kingdom themes and wisdom.Each story aims to make the reader analyze and ponder the best choices in life. They are practical examples and very useful everyday. The book is intended especially for those who do not has found its way to evolution and well-being.