02423cam a2200289 4500 425399400 TxAuBib 20150528120000.0 071217s2008||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u 2007051511 9780785262688 0785262687 DLC DLC DLC TxAuBib MacArthur, John, 1939- A tale of two sons : the inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder / John MacArthur. Nashville : Thomas Nelson, 2008. Nashville : Thomas Nelson, 2008. xviii, 221 p ; 24 cm. Includes bibliographical references (p. 213-214) and index. Introduction: An unforgettable tale -- The parable -- Greatest short story ever -- A wide-angle preview -- The prodigal -- His shameless demand -- His shameful misconduct -- His turning point -- His return -- The father -- His forgiveness -- His generosity -- The elder brother -- His resentment -- His true character -- The epilogue -- The shocking real-life ending. Charles Dickens. William Shakespeare. Garrison Keillor. They?re all part of the chorus of literary geniuses who expressed admiration for The Parable of the Prodigal Son as outstanding literature. After all, it is a powerful drama, rich in detail, powerfully succinct, and intensely personal. But beyond the literary critiques?besides being one of the most celebrated written works of all time?the message of this parable is one we can?t afford to ignore.\\In The Prodigal Son, John MacArthur takes the story back to its roots, when Jesus? words were absolutely revolutionary. As one of America?s most beloved Bible teachers, MacArthur leads us through the minefields of interpretation and restores the simple yet profound brilliance of this passage. Giving engrossing historical background, The Prodigal Son will reveal Christ?s original message as intended for the Pharisees, the disciples, and the world today. \\Gain an enlightening perspective into the prodigal son?s story and embrace God?s love anew with The Prodigal Son. 20150528. Bible Luke, XV, 11-32 Criticism, interpretation, etc. Prodigal son (Parable.) https://catdir.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip087/2007051511.html Table of contents only TXGID