The Miracles of Jesus and Their Flip Side

by Schmalenberger, Jerry L.

• ISBN13: 9780788017100
• ISBN10: 0788017101
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-05-01
• Publisher: Css Pub Co

Summary

The miracles of Jesus are some of the most striking passages in the New Testament -- but how can we translate their sometimes arcane historical content for contemporary sensibilities? Jerry Schmalenberger's original solution uses the analogy of old 45 rpm records, which were usually released with a "hit" side and a "flip" side. In 13 well-crafted sermons on miracle stories in the Revised Common Lectionary, he initially focuses on the traditional approach to each miracle (the "A" or "hit" side), and then offers a fresh look at the "other side of the story" (the "B" or "flip" side). Schmalenberger's punch, contemporary language, and narrative style produce hard-hitting and inspirational messages that offer a unique twist in the interpretation of these fascinating stories.

Table of Contents

Foreword	7	(2)
Preface	9	(4)
Introduction	13	(2)
Cycle A
A Congregational President And His Sick Daughter	15	(8)
Matthew
Sinking Boats And Water Walking	23	(6)
Matthew
One Out Of Ten Isn't All That Bad	29	(6)
Luke
Cycle B
When Demons Come To Church	35	(6)
Mark
Blessed Are The Mothers-in-Law	41	(6)
Mark
Bringing The Paralyzed To Christ	47	(6)
Mark
A Boat For Rough Seas	53	(6)
Mark
Galilee's Hillside Sharing	59	(6)
Mark
Sight For The Blind And Persistent	65	(6)
Mark
New Life For A Dead Friend	71	(6)
John
Cycle C
Capernaum's Favorite Centurion	77	(8)
Luke
Compassion At Nain's East Gate	85	(6)
Luke
Mercy On The Wrong Day	91
Luke
(See Thanksgiving, Cycle A)	29
Luke