<p>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. A study guide is included.<br /><br />Chapters include:</p><ol> <li>The Value of the House - Matthew 7:24-27 </li> <li>The Man Who Talked with His Soul - Luke 12:13-21 </li> <li>What Chance Does an Average Sinner Have? - Luke 7:36-48 </li> <li>The Importance of Downward Mobility - Luke 14:7-14</li> <li>The Danger of Being Good and Empty - Matthew 12:43-45</li> <li>Risky Business - Matthew 13:45-46</li> <li>Miracles Can Be Overrated - Luke 16:19-31</li> <li>Second Chance for a Poor Manager - Luke 16:1-13</li> <li>A Laugh and a Prayer - Luke 11:5-13, 18:1-8</li> <li>It Happens While We Sleep - Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43</li> <li>The Importance of Being Dressed for the Party - Matthew 22:1-14</li> <li>The Genius of Effective Waiting - Luke 12:32-40</li></ol>