For nearly 2,000 years, the parables of Christ have instructed and inspired. Now, these powerful stories are re-told in a way that will immediately grab viewers' attention. Each DVD in the series contains short films depicting three beloved parables in modern settings and situations. Use them as introductions, illustrations, or discussion starters, and your students will see God's Word in a whole new way.

English title: United Methodist Way
(10 booklets; 48p.; Discipleship Resources, c2001; ISBN 088177331X)

An eloquent, challenging and inspiring six-week introduction to Christian ethics that avoids pat answers and simplistic lists of dos and don'ts. Dr. Wheeler focuses on the formation of Christian character, citing helpful examples both from Scripture and from Church history. She concludes with a test case: the issue of money and consumption. What would Paul, Augustine, Luther and Wesley say to modern Christians about their use of resources?

The six video lessons (20 minutes each) include:
1. Introduction: A Christian Way of Living?
Four Models for Christian Ethics:
2. Scripture: The Story that Forms Us
3. Augustine: Ordering Our Loves
4. Luther: The Spirit of Christian Life
5. Wesley: Transforming Grace
6. Conclusion: Learning from Our Traditions- A Test Case

Tape 5 of 6.
In order to give new focus to discussions, we seek biblical help to understand this sensitive subject. (Tape 3 in this series is missing)

The Screwtape Letters, a thin volume of imaginative letters between two devils, has given millions of readers insight into conquering everyday spiritual struggles.
This DVD explores the Biblical, historical and cultural depictions of Satan and hell as well as providing insights into the nature of temptation and redemption. It can be viewed as a documentary or as a five-part study for small groups. Sessions are: 1.Heaven and Hell; 2. Satan; 3. Free Will and Temptation; 4. Good vs. Evil; 5. Can Good truly Overcome Evil?

English title: Affirmations of the UMC
(10 booklets; 48p.; Discipleship Resources, c2002; ISBN 0881773352)

Tape 6 of 6.
This video questions whether God favors one nation or nationality over another, explores biblical images of nationalism, and raises theological questions concerning its practices in everyday life. (Tape 3 in this series is missing)

"Amber" is part of the 36 Parables series. "Amber" includes:

After Life
•A middle-aged woman tries to explain to her pastor that she traveled to hell in a near-death experience.
•Based on the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31)

Tractor Safety Tips
•A man fails to understand the warning signs before him as he takes his new riding lawn mower out for a test drive.
•Based on the Parable of the Leafing Fig Tree (Matthew 24:30-33)

The Good Shepherd
•A young girl obsessed with animals risks a big secret to help her older sister's neglected hamsters.
•Based on the Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds (John 10:11-18)

Tape 2 of 4: covers the Apostles' Creed.
Six lessons are: The Apostles' Creed, First Article; Second Article, Part 1; Second Article, Part 2; Second Article, Part 3; Third Article, Part 1; Third Article, Part 2.

This video invites young people to go beyond merely knowing the words of the Creed to exploring it as a guide to their Christian walk and a unifying force that connects them to the body of Christ. Divided into seventeen lessons covering each phrase of the Creed, the video brings new meaning to the truth and simplicity of the Apostles' Creed. It is hosted by Tom Tufts.