Clear analysis with keen insights! A little-understood parable that is full of practical teaching. This landmark book reveals parallels about the beginning of a pearl and the beginning of the Church, their formation, shape, location, source, condition, value, and more.

Awards. This eBook is an updated version of the print book "One Precious Pearl" which won five book awards.

· Gold, Literary Excellence, 2011 World Book Award (1 of 3 awards across all genres).

· Book-of-the-Year, Religion: Eastern/Western, Reader Views Reviewers Choice Award (USA).

· Winner, Book: Biblical Studies, The Word Guild (Canada).

· Runner-up, Religion: Christianity, International Book Award.

· Finalist, Religion: Christianity, The USA "Best Books 2011" Award.