Birds, Rocks and Thorny Places
Parables are like ogres, which are like onions…they have layers. One of the layers that adds rich meaning to the reading and understanding of Jesus’ parables is packaged in identifying with the different characters in the story. This is quickly and easily seen in the parable of the prodigal son where most of us […]
Building a Theological & Ministry Library Part 4 – Bible Background
Learning the background of the world around Bible times is critical to good Bible study. There are a number of excellent books to choose from to get you closer to their world. The better you understand their world the better you hear the words from scripture. So here are a few books to consider in […]