Olga's Photo Journal: Our Julian

This is currently a favourite picture of Julian.

It is really hard to take pictures of her.

She's moving all the time.

Books Recently Read

Stories with Intent: A Comprehensive Guide to the Parables of Jesus

by Klyne R. Snodgrass

As the title of the book implies, Snodgrass takes a very in-depth look at the parables. I appreciate his take on many of the parables and find his sections on interpretation and adaptation to be quite a helpful starting point.

The Parables of Jesus

by Luise Schottroff

Schottroff has a very interesting take on the parables. Although I disagreed with her on many points it was a thought-provoking read.

The Parables of Jesus

by Joachim Jeremias

If you enjoy the literary criticism form of interpretation you may enjoy this book. It has been very influential and is therefore an important read. However, I found it to neglect too much of the actual text.

From Memory to Imagination: Reforming the Church's Music

by C. Randall Bradley

I found chapter two to be beneficial in helping me understand how the music of the church has shaped people throughout the last several decades. Overall the rest of the book had some helpful things to say, but I was a bit disappointed. I...

Esther

by Carol M. Bechtel

In this commentary Bechtel gives an engaging introduction to the Book of Esther. It's very accessible and Bechtel's delight in the text comes out in her writing.

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Thursday, August 22, 2013

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