"Not everything is harvested in the first pass."
Jesus’ parables are more than stories—they’re layered with truth, nuance, and divine intention. Difficult Parables – Gleaning the Fields invites believers to step back into these well-known passages with fresh eyes, lingering on what others may have passed over.
What if the details we often overlook – those minor characters, odd phrases, and uncomfortable verses – hold the key to deeper insight? This book isn’t about revising the gospel message but about striving to discover all of the treasures to be found in these passages. Like ancient gleaners gathering what was left behind after the initial harvest, readers are invited to labor with the Word to discover spiritual truths hiding in plain sight.
Intended to provide “solid food,” this book offers:
• Thought-provoking studies of Jesus’ parables and stories from His life
• Cultural and historical context to enable more complete understanding of first century scenarios
• An expanded lens to better frame passages within their broader setting in the gospels
• "Digging Deeper" questions for personal reflection designed to challenge, encourage, and empower application of insights gained
• Personal anecdotes and insights from a Christian author after almost 40 years in the faith
If you’ve ever read a passage and thought, “That doesn’t quite fit” or “There must be more to this,” this book was written for you. Let’s return to the fields. There’s still fruit to be found.
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