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Parable volume 1
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English
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Forsberg's critically acclaimed, controversial Parable was the main attraction at the Protestant and Orthodox Pavilion of the 1964 New York World's Fair. A mysterious clown in all white attire appears as a Christ-like figure to redeem a circus.
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Parable volume 2
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English
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The story of mankind is represented by a gardener, his son, the wicked one, and a world populated by ants. Drawing inspiration from the works of Fellini and Bergman, this is Forsberg's thought-provoking 1960s cinematic metaphor with breathtaking imagery and mind-blowing and photography by the distinguished macro-cinematographer Robert Crandall.
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Parable volume 3
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English
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Forsberg's prophetic vision of environmental and spiritual degradation depicts one man's desperate attempt to protect a sealed ecosystem from hostile intruders.
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Parable volume 4
Language
English
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A day like any other Friday, only an all-out-race war is underway today and no one in this upscale neighborhood is safe, not even a young child whose purity and innocence serves as counterpoint to the chaotic turmoil unfolding all around him.
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The Sunflower Parable shares the story of Logan, a young gardener who hopes to grow sunflowers that reach all the way to heaven by summer's end. Side by side with his father, the wise farmer, Logan discovers the value of planting seeds, not only in the ground, but also in the hearts of his friends and neighbors.
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The Bug Parables series brings Jesus' teachings to life. Children will love the colorful illustrations and humorous, touching stories. And parents will love how little ones learn the principles of God's Word at an early age. Nervous Norman Hot on the Trail With so many critter she must oversee, why would God care for just one lowly me?
Baby Missy is missing! Hungry birds, nasty spiders … terrible things can happen to a lost little ladybug. Leaving...
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Life is like the game of football. Teammates preparing for battle. Mentors coaching from the sidelines. Opportunities to persevere through trials, recover from injuries, regroup during a timeout, adjust after penalties, and celebrate the victories. As the wife of a high school football coach, Candee Fick has learned a lot about life as illustrated on the football field.
If you like football or sports, you will relate to this collection of short devotional...
14) The Lost Sheep
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English
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A shepherd leaves his entire flock to rescue just one lost sheep in this classic Bible tale. For thousands of years, parables have helped people better understand life's lessons. Our series of stand-alone parables gives each tale the focus and dignity it deserves. These simple stories illustrate common moral dilemmas and the consequences of characters' actions. The Parables help young readers visualize various ethical situations and offer gentle guidance...
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Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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When young Princess Grace cannot find one of the kittens she promised to care for, the King sends all of his daughters and his best riders far and wide to seek the lost one in this version of the parable of the lost sheep. Includes note about the parable and its meaning for children.
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Pub. Date
2011
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
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English
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When none of the princes or princesses from neighboring kingdoms is able to attend Princess Joy's birthday party, she asks the King if she can invite children from the village, instead, in this version of the parable of the wedding guests. Includes note about the parable and its meaning for children.
17) The Prodigal Son
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This Bible story of forgiveness and family tells of a son who squanders his inheritance, only to be welcomed back and forgiven by his father. For thousands of years, parables have helped people better understand life's lessons. Our series of stand-alone parables gives each tale the focus and dignity it deserves. These simple stories illustrate common moral dilemmas and the consequences of characters' actions. The Parables help young readers visualize...
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A sower's seeds land on three different types of soil, yielding growth only in the fertile earth. This simple Bible story compares our relationships with God to the life of a plant. For thousands of years, parables have helped people better understand life's lessons. Our series of stand-alone parables gives each tale the focus and dignity it deserves. These simple stories illustrate common moral dilemmas and the consequences of characters' actions....
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This retelling of The Good Samaritan teaches the importance of being a good friend. Mom and Pop Roly Poly and their little Rolies, Junior and Sissy, find themselves face-to-face with some biker flies. It looks like big trouble for Pop! Will anyone stop to help him? Someone will-the last person anyone expects.