A Tale of Two Sons by John MacArthur
A New Interpretation and Application of the Parable of the Prodigal Son "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.
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.
John MacArthur maintains there is a deeper meaning and message within the parable.
He begins with the premise that Jesus used the parable of the prodigal son to point out and expose the Pharisees' hypocrisy when he was confronted by the religious leaders of the day.
He calls attention to the central characters, of the parable, the father, the prodigal, and the older brother throughout the narrative.
He develops creatively how each of the sons may have viewed their actions and their mutual relationship as well as developing a look at each of them, individually, from the viewpoint of the Pharisees.
MacArthur champions the position that the parable is a wake up call to the self righteous of Jesus' day as well as the Christian in our society today.
He calls for the Christian to do some self examination while reflecting on the attitudes of self-righteousness and judgment of others while pursuing truth.
There will be those readers who resist any interpretation that is not traditional, however, MacArthur's observations are worthy of consideration.
MacArhur's writing is thought provoking, credible, clearly set forth, convincing, and relevant.
Thomas Nelson, Inc.
, 978-1400280060 As Reviewed for Midwest Book Review
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.
John MacArthur maintains there is a deeper meaning and message within the parable.
He begins with the premise that Jesus used the parable of the prodigal son to point out and expose the Pharisees' hypocrisy when he was confronted by the religious leaders of the day.
He calls attention to the central characters, of the parable, the father, the prodigal, and the older brother throughout the narrative.
He develops creatively how each of the sons may have viewed their actions and their mutual relationship as well as developing a look at each of them, individually, from the viewpoint of the Pharisees.
MacArthur champions the position that the parable is a wake up call to the self righteous of Jesus' day as well as the Christian in our society today.
He calls for the Christian to do some self examination while reflecting on the attitudes of self-righteousness and judgment of others while pursuing truth.
There will be those readers who resist any interpretation that is not traditional, however, MacArthur's observations are worthy of consideration.
MacArhur's writing is thought provoking, credible, clearly set forth, convincing, and relevant.
Thomas Nelson, Inc.
, 978-1400280060 As Reviewed for Midwest Book Review
