Posted: 24 Oct 2019 09:15 PM PDT
So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him.
– Luke 15:20 (NIV)
Today’s commentary
by Dave Whitehead, Author of Making Sense of the Bible
The parable of the prodigal son was told to a mixed group of religious leaders and people who were considered sinful. The religious group was known for their judgmental attitudes toward those who were considered unclean, but Jesus challenged that mindset. How do we see our heavenly Father? As One who is ready to beat us for our rebellion, or do we see Him running toward us to embrace us as we turn from our sin? The mission of Jesus was to reveal the true nature of God the Father, and that revelation gives anyone who turns in repentance to God hope.
by Dave Whitehead, Author of Making Sense of the Bible
The parable of the prodigal son was told to a mixed group of religious leaders and people who were considered sinful. The religious group was known for their judgmental attitudes toward those who were considered unclean, but Jesus challenged that mindset. How do we see our heavenly Father? As One who is ready to beat us for our rebellion, or do we see Him running toward us to embrace us as we turn from our sin? The mission of Jesus was to reveal the true nature of God the Father, and that revelation gives anyone who turns in repentance to God hope.
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