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"A truly unique and
wonderful take on the life of a young Jesus, full of
wisdom and insight, as well as being a joy to read."
— Richard Paul Evans,
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"Jesus is a participant in this fresh, artful retelling of three of his
parables, 'The Prodigal Son,' 'The Talents,' and 'The Good Samaritan.'
Jeshua bar Joseph, an earnest young carpenter, helps a cast of familiar characters resolve their
difficulties through hard work, love, goodness, and patience. The parables gain power and significance through
the formative experiences of a young man who has not yet begun to fulfill his destiny, but the glimmers of it are
quite evident. Those who enjoyed Joseph Girzone's "Joshua" series will appreciate the powerful storytelling and
exceptional look at Jesus and his world. Highly recommended for all collections."
— Library Journal
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THE WELCOMING DOOR
Parables of the Carpenter,
Vol. 1
by Kenny Kemp
ISBN 006008264X
hardcover, 291 pages
HarperSanFrancisco, 2002
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in paperback!
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Description
The Welcoming Door is an inspirational jewel in the tradition of Joseph Girzone's Joshua. By
introducing Jesus as a vibrant participant in his own parable stories, Kenny Kemp breathes new life into the heart of Christian teaching, offering a unique
look at Jesus and the world in which he lived. In these beautiful and poignant fictional accounts of "The Prodigal Son," "The Good Samaritan," and "The
Talents," a quiet carpenter transforms the world forever.
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Reviews
 "If you would like to treat
yourself to a few hours of the most
delightful reading, read The Welcoming Door. Of all the books I
have read about Jesus' life
and his stories, this one is unique."
— Joseph Girzone, Joshua
"Good storytelling meets good theology. Kemp opens a
door into
the life and message of Jesus."
— Philip Gulley,
Harmony
"With a fresh and inspired approach, Kemp uses the richest
parables from the
New Testament to weave a seamless story of
the life of Christ. An ambitious
undertaking that is destined to
be a classic."
— Lynn Hinton,
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