{"product_id":"sermons-on-the-first-readings-john-t-ball-9780788023224","title":"Sermons on the First Readings: Series I, Cycle a","description":"Bring the Old Testament to life with this inspiring and thought-provoking collection of sermons for each Sunday and major celebration in the Church year. Based on the First Readings from Cycle A of the Revised Common Lectionary, these powerful messages by five exceptional preachers from diverse denominations explore the meaning of the Hebrew scriptures for today's Christian living. Abundant insights into vital current issues are woven together with powerful proclamation of timeless themes of justice and righteousness -- and these imaginative homilies are full of compelling examples of how a loving God uses us to further his divine plan. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis essential resource is useful for: \u003cbr\u003e - Fresh homiletical approaches to the lectionary texts\u003cbr\u003e - Preaching illustrations\u003cbr\u003e - Understanding scripture passages\u003cbr\u003e - Adult study and discussion groups\u003cbr\u003e - Personal devotions and Bible study \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eIn this anthology, John T. Ball leads the reader from the biblical text into daily life while employing a wide array of theological and literary references. An exciting excursion into a thinking person's faith journey, Ball's sermons are a helpful primer for critically informed preachers and anyone who seeks to make sense of ancient truth in these perilous times.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e C. Joseph Sprague\u003cbr\u003e Bishop, Chicago Area\u003cbr\u003e United Methodist Church \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eBy weaving the biblical text together with appropriate stories and illustrations, Arley Fadness crafts messages that are engaging and compelling. Readers will find much useful material, not only for sermon preparation, but also for personal spiritual growth.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Robert Dovenmuehler\u003cbr\u003e Pastor, St. John American Lutheran Church\u003cbr\u003e Sioux Falls, South Dakota\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e John T. Ball,Bill Mosley,James L. Jr. Killen\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0788023225\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780788023224\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e CSS Publishing Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/01\/2004\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 422\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.32lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.48h x 5.46w x 1.12d","brand":"John T. Ball","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48441346851071,"sku":"9780788023224","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_a114d6ee-375c-452d-8403-e39b3987c509.jpg?v=1777190306","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/sermons-on-the-first-readings-john-t-ball-9780788023224","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}