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Few characters in Jesus’ teaching are less “deserving” than this grating, ungrateful son. Yet Jesus shows the father running to meet his son, and welcoming him in lavish ways the son wouldn’t have dared ask for. He’s calling us to get it right, to love others (even the “undeserving”) as lavishly as God does. Jesus told this story to answer a complaint from the religious leaders that he welcomed sinners, even ate with them (Luke 15:2).
- How do you react to God (and God’s family, your church) welcoming people you consider sinners? How, if at all, have your feelings changed over time? Have you ever identified with the boy in this story?
- How were you received by those who you considered righteous? How does this picture of a father’s welcome celebration speak to your heart about your heavenly parent’s welcome of you?
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