Macarthur, an evangelical bible expositor, pastorteacher of grace community church, and president of the masters seminary, in sun valley, california. The inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder workbook 9781418528201 by john macarthur. How god shaped women of the bible, and what he wants to do with you, and twelve ordinary men, and more on. Thats a divine mandate and i am also under another mand. The inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder by john macarthur isbn. In the tale of two sons workbook, one of americas greatest bible teachers takes readers deeper into luke 15 than theyve ever been before. The inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder macarthur, john on. John macarthur s bestselling book a tale of two sons, explains the hidden dynamics of jesus most well known parable, the parable of the prodigal son. In the tale of two sons workbook, one of americas greatest bible teachers takes readers deeper into luke 15 than theyve ever been before, revealing insights into the culture of jesus day and a surprise secret ending the parable of the prodigal son luke 15. John macarthur maintains there is a deeper meaning.
Macarthur restores brilliance to the familiar luke 15 passage about our sin and. Read a tale of two sons the inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder by john f. It gives you a brief but powerful look into the homecoming of the son, the unthinkable response of the father, and the often overlooked truth about the older. Through captivating historical context, youll hear this parable as it was originally intended, and experience the richness of gods love and forgiveness in a. A tale of two sons study guide ebook 9781418536657 by john macarthur. Macarthur has written nearly 400 books and study guides, including. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. In his newest book, a tale of two sons, macarthur unpacks the parable of the prodigal son in the pattern of clear, biblical, convicting teaching that many of us have come to love from his ministry. John macarthur personally lead your next small group in a study on the best known parable in the gospels.
But in the tale of two sons, john macarthur restores the brilliance of this passage, giving engrossing historical background and unveiling a surprise ending readers have never heard before. The story of the prodigal son is undoubtedly among the bestknown and most highlyfavored tales of all time. Posted on sermonaudio with permission from vcy america ingrid schlueter. The inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder.
I think you know that there has been a very disturbing reality in my life through all of the years of my ministry, and that is the fact that the church is occupied by people who arent really saved. A couple of weeks ago i had the wonderful joy of being at the high school camp, regeneration camp, down in new mexico, with 900 high school kids. John macarthur personally lead your congregation or small group in a study on the best known parable in the gospels. Youll come away with a deeper understanding of gods tender heart for sinners. Theyre all part of the chorus of literary geniuses who expressed admiration for the parable of the prodigal son as outstanding literature. As the story unfolds in its historical and cultural context, youll marvel at the profound truths it holds. A tale of two sons in the tale of two sons workbook, one of americas greatest bible teachers takes readers deeper into luke 15 than theyve ever been before, revealing insights into the culture of jesus day and a surprise secret ending. Uncovering intriguing historical cultural details, he unveils an unexpected ending to a story you thought had no surprises left. In the tale of two sons, john macarthur guides you on a versebyverse examination of one of the bibles most popular narratives, revealing a depth thats often missed. Even those who do not know the story itself are familiar with its outline or some of the words and.
His newest releases are, the truth war, because the time is near and a tale of two sons. The gospel according to jesus our sufficiency in christ strange fire ashamed of the gospel the murder of jesus a tale of two sons twelve ordinary men the truth war the jesus you cant ignore slave one perfect life the macarthur new testament commentary. A tale of two sons hardcover book get ready to experience the drama, raw emotion, and profound meaning of the prodigal son as you learn to hear the story the way the original hearers did. A tale of two sons by john macarthur complete dvd study. Many of john s books are available on cdrom and dozens of titles have been translated into several. This is the sermon that launched the book a tale of two sons by john macarthur. The parable of the prodigal son still stands out as a crucial lesson about our struggle with sin and dependence on grace. With a never heard before surprise ending to the parable of the prodigal son vcy rally one of the most familiar, bestloved stories of the bible is also one of the most.
In the tale of two sons, one of america s most loved bible teachers takes you deeper into luke 15 than ever before, revealing insights into the culture of jesus day and an unforgettable ending. A tale of two sons is a series of sermons macarthur preached on the parable of the prodigal from luke 15. He has authored numerous bestselling books, including twelve ordinary. A tale of two sons captures the compelling drama and intense emotion experienced by the two sons introduced in the parable of the prodigal son as imparted by the apostle luke in his gospel. On june 5, 2011, john macarthur completed a remarkable feat.
Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read a tale of two sons study guide. Macarthur does a the title of macarthur s book on christs parable on the prodigal son is not only riveting, but the subtitle is equally gripping. In the tale of two sons, john macarthur guides you on a versebyverse examination of one of the. In the tale of two sons, john macarthur guides you on a ve. This is a highlight of my year and highlight of ministry opportunity for me and i am a man under orders to share it with you, the word of god. A tale of two sons by john macarthur, paperback barnes. The prodigal son small group bible study by john macarthur. John macarthur presents a whole new concept in this commentary on the passage as he explores the cultural setting and historical context of the passage. The parable, the prodigal, the father, the brother, and the murder.
One of the most familiar, bestloved stories of the bible is also one of the most misunderstood and poorly taught. In the tale of two sons, john macarthur guides you on a versebyverse examination of one of the bible s most popular narratives, revealing a depth thats often missed. With the tale of two sons dvd, the centerpiece of the kit, you will receive five lessons to share with your church. You probably think you know the parable of the prodigal son pretty well. His publications have been translated into more than two dozen. To ask other readers questions about a tale of two sons, please sign up. How john macarthur began and ended his 42 year journey. In the tale of two sons workbook, one of americas greatest bible teachers takes readers deeper into luke 15 than theyve ever been before, revealing insights into the culture of jesus day and a surprise secret ending. John macarthur, the author of numerous bestselling books that have touched millions of lives, is pastorteacher of grace community church in sun valley.
But theres more to the story than you may have ever realized. He was in dallas to show his appreciation for kcbi radio station and also to promote his new book on luke 15 and his new tv show grace to. Anybody who knows this story knows the story that we call the story of the prodigal son. A tale of two sons by john macarthur 2008, paperback. After all, it is a powerful drama, rich in detail, powerfully succinct, and intensely personal. In this episode of the great sermon series, we will examine how john macarthur began with a sermon that would prove to set the stage for the next 42 years of his ministry at grace community church.
In addition to more than 150 individual books and monographs, macarthur has also contributed to more than 30 multiauthor works. John macarthur s you are there teaching style takes your group deeper into the familiar luke 15 passage about our sin and repentance, and gods mercy and love save with largest selection of christian movies and family friendly movies. He finished his 42year journey of preaching through the new testament versebyverse. The tale of two sons dvd church kit john macarthur on. A tale of two sons study guide ebook written by john f. Macarthur does a the title of macarthurs book on christs parable on the prodigal son is not only riveting, but the subtitle is equally gripping. Previously published as a tale of two sons charles dickens. The inside story of a father, his sons, and a shocking murder by john macarthur 2008, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. This book is john macarthur s unflinching, unapologetic treatise on the modern tendency to alter the true message of christianity in order to meet the whims and desires of a culture hoping for nonconfrontational messages, easy answers, and superficial commitments. This tale stands out because it is a story about each of us and our struggle with sin. With the tale of two sons dvd, your group will receive five lessons.