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During his earthly ministry, Jesus encountered a wide variety of people, paying attention to each and every one. The Conversations of Jesus is an accessible yet in-depth portrayal of these key interactions, related with keen observations by acclaimed scholar Simon J. Kistemaker. As we listen to these poignant conversations, we gain insight into how his words are relevant to us.  
  
"The genius of this book is the conception itself. The result: an ever-expanding picture of Jesus and the people with whom he interacted."-Leland Ryken, Clyde S. Kilby Professor of English, Wheaton College  
  
"Discerning readers will find in Kistemaker's thoughtful book not only useful background information to illumine Jesus' conversations but also helpful application for our lives today."-Ronald Youngblood, professor of Old Testament, International College and Graduate School  
  
"We cannot come away from The Conversations of Jesus without the feeling that we were there, eavesdropping on the inspiring, instructive, and challenging words of the greatest of all teachers."-Eugene Merrill, distinguished professor of Old Testament studies, Dallas Theological Seminary  
  
"This is a concise, informative, and down-to-earth account of the people in the New Testament whose lives were touched by Jesus. Enriching."-Richard V. Pierard, scholar in residence, Gordon College   
  
Simon J. Kistemaker is professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida.

Simon J. Kistemaker is professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous studies and commentaries, including several volumes of the New Testament Commentary series.

Through Scripture and spoken word, Jesus continues to attract millions of followers today. In many ways, those who seek Christ now differ little from those whose stories we learn in the Gospels: Peter, Nicodemus, Mary, the Samaritan leper, even Judas.  
  
Professor Simon J. Kistemaker has spent his professional life studying the words and actions of those who spent time with Jesus. In The Conversations of Jesus he offers a glimpse into the lives of those who were touched by encounters with Jesus Christ. Readers will find much in common with these first-century people, including their feelings of inadequacy, confusion, and joy at meeting the Savior.  
  
Ideal for laypersons and pastors, The Conversations of Jesus helps readers strengthen their walks with Christ as they learn about others who have walked this path before.

An insightful glimpse into the lives of those who were touched by encounters with Jesus Christ. Readers will strengthen their walk with Christ as they learn about others who have walked the path before.

\["For Christians seeking deeper understanding of Jesus", "Uncovers struggles and joys of those who met Christ", "You will strengthen your faith through relatable stories"\]

Explore the transformative conversations of Jesus through Scripture and insights.

Kistemaker, Simon J.

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Endorsements

Dedication

Introduction

People Who Became Messengers  of Jesus

Nicodemus

The Samaritan Woman

Legion

John the Baptist

People Whose Faith Jesus Praised

The Centurion : in Capernaum

A Syro-Phoenician Woman

A Royal Official

The Father of an Epileptic Boy

Jairus

A Sick Woman

A Paralytic

A Sinful Woman

Zacchaeus

People Whom Jesus Healed

Bartimaeus

A Man Born Blind

A Crippled Woman

An Invalid

The Young Man  of Nain

Martha, Mary, : and Lazarus

People Who Became Jesus’ Apostles

Andrew

Nathanael

Philip

Thomas

Peter the Fisherman

Peter the Leader

Peter's Failure

Peter's Reinstatement

John

Matthew

Paul the Pharisee

Paul the Apostle

People Whose Lives Jesus Touched

Mary

Mary Magdalene

Two People of Emmaus

Rich Young Man

An Adulteress

A Widow's Offering

A Teacher of the Law

Samaritan Leper

A Crucified Criminal

People Who  Opposed Jesus

Judas

Pharisees

Sadducees

Caiaphas

Pilate

Herod Antipas

Conclusion

About the Author

Through Scripture and spoken word, Jesus continues to attract millions of followers. In many ways, those who seek Christ differ little from those whose stories we learn in the Gospels: Peter, Nicodemus, Mary, the Samaritan leper, even Judas. This title offers a glimpse into the lives of those who were touched by encounters with Jesus Christ.

Through Scripture and spoken word, Jesus continues to attract millions of followers today. In many ways, those who seek Christ now differ little from those whose stories we learn in the Gospels: Peter, Nicodemus, Mary, the Samaritan leper, even Judas. Professor Simon J. Kistemaker has spent his professional life studying the words and actions of those who spent time with Jesus. In "The Conversations of Jesus" he offers a glimpse into the lives of those who were touched by encounters with Jesus Christ. Readers will find much in common with these first-century people, including their feelings of inadequacy, confusion, and joy at meeting the Savior. Ideal for laypersons and pastors, "The Conversations of Jesus" helps readers strengthen their walks with Christ as they learn about others who have walked this path before.

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