This study is an addition to the author’s popular “Back 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 “lens,” or the eyes of a minor or unsympathetic character.
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
10. It Happens While We Sleep--Matthew 13:24–30, 36–43
11. The Importance of Being Dressed for the Party--Matthew 22:1–14
12. The Genius of Effective Waiting--Luke 12:32–40
