Pondering the Prodigal Luke 15:11-32. Introduction Let us reflect upon the Parable of the Prodigal Son, which is recorded in Luke 15:11-32. Let us reflect.

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Pondering the Prodigal Luke 15:11-32

Introduction Let us reflect upon the Parable of the Prodigal Son, which is recorded in Luke 15: Let us reflect upon the Parable of the Prodigal Son, which is recorded in Luke 15: Many valuable lessons are communicated therein. Many valuable lessons are communicated therein.

The Prodigal Son Riot Riot Ruin Ruin Repentance Repentance Restoration Restoration Reality Reality

Contrasting Characteristics The Older Brother The Older Brother –Impatient –Unloving –Unreasonable The Father The Father –Patient –Loving –Reasonable

Conclusion Through the parable of the prodigal, we observe the appealing nature and appalling wastefulness of sin. It is a momentary riot, which inexorably leads to ruin. Through the parable of the prodigal, we observe the appealing nature and appalling wastefulness of sin. It is a momentary riot, which inexorably leads to ruin. Let us also recognize that restoration is predicated upon repentance. In other words, to enjoy God’s renewed favor, we must have a change of heart followed by a change of life. Let us also recognize that restoration is predicated upon repentance. In other words, to enjoy God’s renewed favor, we must have a change of heart followed by a change of life.

Invitation If we have wandered from the faith and wasted our substance with riotous living, let us come to our senses and humbly return to the Father. If we have wandered from the faith and wasted our substance with riotous living, let us come to our senses and humbly return to the Father. Avoiding the self-pitying and self-serving disposition of the older brother, may we adopt the tender and tempered mindset of the Father. Avoiding the self-pitying and self-serving disposition of the older brother, may we adopt the tender and tempered mindset of the Father.