{"product_id":"jesus-stories-9781951561932","title":"Jesus Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe all love a good story!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA good story grabs our attention and stirs our emotions. And Jesus was a great storyteller-using stories to challenge our thinking and to awaken us into love. Yet, many of us ignore His curious, head-scratching stories called parables. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJesus Stories\u003c\/em\u003e uncovers their timeless messages by taking us on a heartwarming journey of listening. The parables are often overflowing with humor and cunning wit. You may find yourself laughing along or squirming a little, as you realize you just might be the intended punch line! Without a doubt, you will feel yourself in God's tender embrace. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Samuel wonderfully personalizes the parables, helping us apply their timeless truths in the here and now.\" --Trent Sheppard, author of \u003cem\u003eJesus Journey\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Here is an adventure through imaginative prayer into right living. This book serves as a doorway into the house where Jesus is the host; you would do well to spend the night.\" --Daniel T. Haase, Associate Lecturer, Wheaton College\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"What an amazingly fresh look at the parables! I commend \u003cem\u003eJesus Stories\u003c\/em\u003e to you. I promise you will see the parables with new eyes.\" --Dr. Larry Lindquist, Senior Professor, Denver Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHughes, Samuel C.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Samuel C. Hughes is a spiritual director and retired engineer who has lived and served in unique places across the Middle and Far East. He has a heart for biblical study, a contagious interest in first-century Palestinian culture, and a love for Jesus' wonderfully curious parables. Samuel communicates in a heartwarming and engaging style. He's a speaker, spiritual mentor, trail runner, and is deeply devoted to family and leading others into experiencing God's love. Visit him online at samuelchughes.com.","brand":"River Birch Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50922832494866,"sku":"9781951561932","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_74e8f4d9-8f8c-49fa-8378-e363eb59fa5b.jpg?v=1738941242","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/jesus-stories-9781951561932","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}