Imagine a biblical playground of new riddles and parables where the scriptures themselves actually play along with you! WordPlay® is a twist-n-learn experience of fun mystery & a better bible memory at the same time, on the same page! Discover a ventriloquist without his puppet, watch a blind architect, and witness a hide-n-seek champion who finally finds himself! With plenty more tales, and with the symbolism of today, you're all set to share Morals, Fun Facts, the Instant Replay & Family Skits to instantly inspire the bible study in others! For all ages. Your List of New Christian Riddles & Parables: Each parable inside comes in 3 formats: Story Version WordPlay Version Family Skits Version The Hidden Smile Parable A hide-n-seek champion becomes thrilled to be found inside a "new game which hides from him! And "ready or not," wisdom comes to reveal who's truly 'It.' The Parable of the Ventriloquist A mysteriously famous ventriloquist, without his puppet, reveals the "real dummy" to a potential fan. The Smarter Copycat Parable A schoolboy takes an "open book test," but in the subjects of School Crushes, Wisdom, and Caution. The Mirror with Hallucinations A painter strolls person-to-person offering to paint portraits for anyone if they simply pose for it. Although free of charge, posers will be "paying attention" to a picture worth a thousand words. The Unsuspecting Suspect Parable A standoff between a suspect and police becomes a mission for a hostage negotiator, a chess player, and an invisible smokescreen were (spiritual) justice is served. The Parable of the Patient's Patience A concerned father experiences the homonym effects between "patience" and "patients." The Blind Architect Parable A construction crew, blamed for a child's injury, discovers the real reason which hits many "like a ton of bricks." The Parable of A Fair Affair A potential office romance is threatened by an unusual request by Mr. Right result in a Ms. Story (or missed story) (or mystery). The Invisible Carpool A taxi driver recognizes an even more "driven" motive between his favorite sitting customer. The Parable of the Fixed Marriage Uncover the secret matrimony between a metaphorical Mr. & Mrs. Verbal Abuse.

Memorize the Bible without a Highlighter! Twist-n-Turn with bible verses like never before as Once upon a time joins In the beginning on the "loops" of new mystery! Christian Parables (r) is a quick and easy method to improve bible memory without a highlighter! It's wordplay in more ways than one. Read a roller-coaster of several scriptures sharing the same short scene with symbolism. For all ages! Scroll Up & Look Inside right now to explain salvation to another. And later join Justin's adventure with unconditional love in the Hidden Smile Parable. Witness even higher learning with Junior in the Smarter Copycat Parable. Learn how Alex outsmarts temptation in the Ventriloquist Parable. And even find yourself as a story character! But which one? It's Fun Bible Wordplay and a fun imagination crisscross from a search in Story Symbolism, to Character Commentaries, and Instant Replay scenes. Complete these adventures and earn the happy ending of a fun bible memory for the "tablet of your heart (II Corinthians 3:3)." See the script in scripture and the feel the fun in fundamental today! Here's your List of Christian Parables! Each mystery-laced story includes Story Symbolism, a Moral of the Story, Fun Facts, and Scenes with Explanation. "If we don't change our absence of mind, then we don't mind our absence of change" - Jwyan C. Johnson The Hidden Smile Parable [Salvation] A Hide-n-Seek champion becomes thrilled to be found, inside a "new" game which hides from him! And, "ready or not," wisdom comes to reveal who's truly "It." The Parable of The Ventriloquist [Temptation] A mysteriously famous ventriloquist, without his puppet, reveals the real "dummy" to a potential fan. The Blind Architect Parable [Parenting] A construction crew, blamed for a child's injury, discovers the real reason which hits many "like a ton of bricks." The Smarter Copycat Parable [Whoa to the Pharisees] A schoolboy takes an "open book" test, but in the subjects of School Crushes, Wisdom, and Caution. Although unprepared, he earns "higher learning" credits toward his future. The Unsuspecting Suspect Parable [Achieving Blessings] A standoff between a suspect and police becomes a mission for a hostage negotiator, a chess player, and an invisible smokescreen where (spiritual) justice is served. The Parable of The Patient's Patience [Pride] A concerned father experiences the homonym effects between "patience" and "patients." The Parable of A Fair Affair [Hearing from God] A potential office romance is threatened by an unusual request by Mr. Right, resulting in a Ms. Story (missed story | mystery) The Invisible Carpool Parable [Tithing] A taxi driver recognizes an even more "driven" motive between his favorite sitting customer. And More Parables Inside! Enjoy. Collect the entire Christian Parables Series! Christian Parables 1: Tales of the Ventriloquist, the Blind Architect, and More! Christian Parables 2: Tales of the Lawyer's Lullaby, a Maze in Grace, and More!

THE LOST PEARL (The Lost Coin)Luke 15:8-10SEARCH FOR TOMORROW(Based on the ¿lost¿ parables)Luke 14:1-14TO ACT OR NOT TO ACT(Based on the Parable of the ¿Talent¿)Luke 19:12-26KNOCK-KNOCK(Perseverance in Prayer)Luke 11:5-8THE MODER-DAY GOOD SAMARITAN(Caring and Compassion)Luke 10:25-37

Effectively communicating with young people is vitally important -- we are constantly challenged to share the story of God's love in a way that really connects with them. Using puppets is an increasingly popular method for establishing a rapport with children and capturing their attention. Puppets are much more than just another gimmick -- because children (and adults, too ) carefully listen to and absorb the messages presented, they can be a very useful teaching tool. If you are interested in trying this captivating approach in your congregation, then Peter And The Children is just the resource for you. H. Burnham Kirkland has created 66 short pieces perfect for "children's time" in worship services or Sunday school classrooms. Employing witty dialogue between a presenter and a hand-held puppet named Peter, the frequently humorous and always instructive scenes can be used as written or to help generate ideas for your own presentations. Kirkland writes in a direct style that's easy for young people to understand, and makes the Christian faith relevant to their lives. Some of the presentations include: - Will Roast Pig Bring Us Luck? - A Direct Line To Jesus - I'm Allergic To That Word "School" - Weather Or Not - How Do You Catch The Christmas Spirit? H. Burnham Kirkland, during more than fifty years in the ministry, served as the pastor of eight local congregations and as a missionary in the Philippines, as well as district superintendent, conference program director, and treasurer of World Missions of the United Methodist Church. A graduate of the College of the City of New York and Union Theological Seminary in New York City, Dr. Kirkland also holds honorary doctorates from Philippine Wesleyan University and DePauw University (Greencastle, Indiana). This is his fifth CSS book. Now retired, Kirkland lives in Lakeland, Florida.

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15 delightful puppet scripts, appropriate for Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, children’s church, or for special programs.

Christ knew that the splendor of heaven is too great for us to bear just now, and so he used parables as clues to the mystery of paradise. In them are hints of heaven, and they offer profound spiritual advice meant to guide us on the road to eternal glory. In our age, Christ's Parables are often reduced to exercises in moralism. In these pages, Fr. George Rutler - acclaimed author and EWTN television host - unveils these deceptively simple stories, showing you their hidden meanings and how they apply to our own age and way of life. Let Fr. Rutler take you on an enriching tour of Scripture's 24 parables as you learn: Tares in the Field of the Lord: Why it's necessary that scandals beset the Church - and how it brings about a stronger harvest. The Mustard Seed: Why it gave hope to the early Church and prefigures her glorious future. The Yeast: How God speaks in a gentle and inward voice which melts the soul, and how you could be drowning Him out. The Hidden Treasure: Are you responding properly to the unique gifts Christ has given you? The Net: Many will be sifted out. How to be sure you're among the souls He keeps. The Unmerciful Servant: Not only must you forgive, you must convert the offender. Are you a channel for God's grace? Laborers in the Vineyard: Are you letting selfishness and pride get in the way of the salvation of your neighbor's soul? The Two Sons: The dangers of agnosticism. Are you guilty? You may be astonished at the answer. The Marriage of the King's Son: Why frequent reception of the sacraments is necessary for dwelling at the wedding feast. The Ten Virgins: There's a difference between watching and being prepared for Christ's return. Are you ready? The Ten Talents: God has given you a special gift. Do you know what it is, and how you should use it? The Two Debtors: How to know if you are going "through the motions" without Christ's love. The Good Samaritan: Do you know the most overlooked element of this parable? It may surprise you. The Rich Fool: Our capacity for self-deception is limitless. Learn the only way to be truly know yourself. The Barren Fig Tree: Time is running out, and we have one last chance to cultivate virtue. Will you bear fruit in time? The Great Supper: There's room for all in the heavenly banquet, but not all will find room. Are you making excuses that lead you into isolation? The Lost Sheep and the Lost Coin: Do you judge others, or do you receive them as Christ did? Why your approach to lost sheep could cost you your soul. The Prodigal Son: Learn how this famous parable explains why God created mankind and chose to give Himself to us. The Unjust Steward: The world is filled with evildoers. Are you mirroring the light of Christ? The Rich Man and Lazarus: Learn the evils of self-sufficiency, and the dangers of taking gifts for granted. The Unjust Judge: Why you must persevere in prayer despite your continued sins. The Pharisee and the Publican: Why even though you may not commit great sins, your failure to put faith into action could ruin your soul.

A comprehensive study of Jesus's parables that emphasizes personal reflection and application Jesus's parables used familiar situations to convey deep spiritual truths in ways that are provocative and subversive of the status quo. Prayerfulness was pictured by a persistent widow. The joy of salvation in the homecoming of a lost son. Love of neighbor by a marginalized Samaritan. If we're not careful, we can easily miss details in the parables that reveal their subtle meanings as well as their contemporary relevance. Drawing on scholarship on the parables as well as theological, pastoral, and practical insights, Douglas Webster guides the reader through each of Jesus's parables, pointing out the important nuances that allow us to understand them and be transformed by them. Reflection questions at the end of each chapter can be used for personal or group study, and an appendix for pastors provides guidance for preaching the parables. Pastors, Bible teachers, and serious students of Scripture will find this tour through Jesus's parabolic teaching to be a feast for both the mind and the soul.

We love stories. That’s why we go to movies, read books, and listen to friends recount an experience. That’s also why teachers use the technique of storytelling to make a difficult concept easier for us to process. Jesus told stories, or parables, for that very reason—and to help us understand how God wants us to live life. Sometimes, however, stories like the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son can be interpreted in more than one way. Even Bible scholars are divided on their meanings. In Stories Jesus Told, you’ll explore six of Jesus’ parables to learn how to read, interpret, and live them in your daily life. A DVD and Leader Guide are elements you can add to make a lively, six-week group study.