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The word of the Lord is coming again.

Reserved (for the prodigal) - Ps Mel by Everyday Church

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In the 4th episode of the Lent series, our attention shifts from the two sons to the father. Asking WHO is this dad? WHAT is he like? And what does this father's greeting mean for the younger son, the older son, and for us today?

A helping hand isn't helpful if you don't reach out to take it.

"Prodigal: Comfort and Challenge from the Lavish Grace of God'"Luke 15:11-32Rev. Craig Luekens3.8.26

Father Anthony Gramlich, MIC, reminds us that the Parable of the Prodigal Son remains one of the most powerful stories Jesus ever told. He used it to answer the scandal of dining with tax collectors and prostitutes — those whom the Pharisees despised. In the Gospel, the younger son demands his inheritance, abandons his father's house, and squanders his wealth in a foreign land, even tending swine. The vivid image of a pig‑sty, mud‑covered and foul‑smelling, forces us to confront the depths of our own waywardness.When famine drives the prodigal to hunger, he finally sees his reflection in a puddle and asks, “Who have I become?” That moment of self‑recognition is the turning point for every sinner: the realization that the life we have built on empty promises cannot satisfy the soul's deepest hunger. He returns home, not as a son, but as a servant, pleading for a place among the hired workers.The father's response shatters our expectations. He runs to meet his son, embraces him, kisses him, and orders the finest robe, a ring, and new sandals. He does not wait for the son to finish his confession; forgiveness has already been given. The washing, the robe, and the celebratory feast with a fattened calf illustrate the fullness of God's mercy—grace that restores, not merely pardons.The older brother, representing those who cling to legalism, reacts with anger and jealousy. He cannot see that the father's love is not a limited resource; it expands to encompass both sons. The father gently corrects him, declaring that everything he has is also the older son's, but that a lost son has been found. This dialogue invites us to examine our own hearts: Are we the resentful elder, measuring God's love by our own merit, or the wayward child humbled by hunger for divine grace?Lent calls us to the same journey. Like the prodigal, we are invited to return, even with impure motives, because the Father's compassion does not require perfect intention — only a willingness to come home. The sacramental life — Baptism, the Eucharist, Confession — provides the water that washes away the mud of our sins, renewing us as beloved children of God.May the Blessed Virgin intercede that we, whether prodigal or faithful, open our hearts to the Father's boundless mercy, allowing His love to transform our lives and to bear fruit that glorifies Him. ★ Support this podcast ★

Pastor Harvey reminds us through the story of the prodigal son that no matter how far we stray, God is a loving Father who runs toward us with compassion and welcomes us home. Connect with Journey Christian Church: Website: journeychristian.com New Here? journeychristian.com/new Need Prayer? journeychristian.com/prayer Next Steps: journeychristian.com/nextsteps Instagram: @fljourneychurch Facebook: fljourneychurch

Pastor Billy Dupree

We continue our series on the Prodigal Story by reliving this story through the perspective of the elder brother. www.thevineaustin.org Luke 15:25-32 REFLECTION QUESTIONS: 1. How do you think your birth order affected your personality? 2. John Ortberg once said, “One of the hardest things to do is to stop being the prodigal son without turning into the elder brother.” Do you agree? Why or why not? 3. Read the passage (verses 25-32). If you place yourself in the role of the elder brother, what would fuel your disdain of your brother? What would fuel your disdain of your father's choice to reconcile with him? 4. Mark shared that fairness is not a characteristic of the Kingdom of God. Respond to that notion. How might that be true? How do you grapple with that reality? 5. How does this story (from the experience of the elder brother) challenge you today? End in prayer for one another, asking that God would give you the courage to follow Jesus, the Elder Brother we need.

God gives us His promises, and as Christians, we are His children. Because of having God’s promises, He tells His children who have drifted away to “cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit.” Like the Prodigal son who “came to himself” in Luke 15, we must come to our senses, humble ourselves,… The post God's Promises Our Response appeared first on Calvary Chapel At The Cross.

Go to sermon webpage: THE GOOD SHEPHERD

What is the kingdom of God?; Crusades?; Studying history; Persuasion vs force; "Stoning"; "Corban"; Idolatry?; Cities of blood - Systems; Cutting hair/skin; Rituals and ceremonies; Making the word of God to none effect; Unmooring words from their meaning; Heredity; Spiritual DNA?; Extra-terrestrials?; Evil appearing as angels of light; Guidance from Holy Spirit; Altars of sacrifice?; Lev 6:2 in that which was delivered - "paqqadown" = to deposit, store, supply (in trust); biet+pi-kuf-dalet-vav-nun; Gen 31:46; Pledges to Pharaoh; Praying at the "Well of Beersheba"?; Jacob going to Egypt; Learning to be Israel; Quicksand; Man having dominion - unalienable rights; "Dress and keep it"; God's trust in men; Angels in Sodom and Gomorrah?; Avoiding repeating historical mistakes; Vanity vs Humility; Recompense; Prodigal son; Lk 15:11; Checking your spirit; False swearing; Setting priorities like God; Atonement?; Replacement and offering to world; Lev 6:8 - law (Towrah); Ex 13:9 tav-vav-resh-tav; Leaven?; "Put to death"?; Nazarite?; Mal 2:6, Mal 4:4; Law of faith; Aaron and his sons; "Burnt offering"; Altars?; Fire?; Aleph-tav untranslated?; Man's faith in God; Social safety net; Linen garment; Breeches?; Ashes?; Baldness?; Reserve fund of the kingdom of God; Daily sacrifice for the (true) needy; Wise giving - witness; Fraud; Going the way of Christ; Uncorrupted social welfare; Freewill offerings; Christ's lineage includes Parthia; Pharisees today; Biting your neighbor; Eating with unleavened bread; Walking in the spirit; Trusting others; No right to social security; Being filled with Holy Spirit; "Court"?; Crooks and crookedness; Strong congregations; "Sabbath" is about debt; half = mem-chet-tzedek-yod-tav-hey; "morning"? Biet-biet-kuf-resh - without delay, right away; "Sweet savor"?; Passover lamb to eat in one night; Sprinkling?; Separate Israelites; v28: Earthen vessel; Using up; "broken" shabar; Judgement-repentance- deliverance; Pride!; Gather faithfully; Tribalism; Doing the will of the Father; Stay humble, my friends.

Our good friend Daniel Lapham is an Emmy Award–winning production sound mixer, and owner of Idealist Creative Media. With more than 10 years of professional sound experience at the highest levels, Lapham regularly works as a sound mixer for national network and documentary productions.Episode 1. Daniel shares how he went from being a homeschooled child who attended church weekly with his family, through a period of rebellion and agnosticism, and eventually found his way back to Christ.

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If you're a Christian parent with a prodigal child, this episode is for the nights when your heart won't rest. Lori Wildenberg shares a real, honest journey of loving her daughter through deep struggle — while staying anchored in biblical conviction and compassion. We talk about shame in the church, how parents carry quiet grief, and how to trust God when you don't know what's happening behind the scenes.Key points (no timestamps):Why the real battle is between your child and the LordGrace and truth: how to hold both without compromiseWhat to say when your child is in a toxic relationship“Why” questions vs. “How” questions that lead to peaceSpiritual and emotional survival in the messy middleThe power of prayer partners (and not putting it all on your spouse)When to “chase” and when to “wait” (shepherd vs. father)A powerful trust reminder tied to Psalm 37What you'll hear:Real parenting pain. Biblical clarity. Practical language you can actually use. And a hope-filled reminder to persevere without losing yourself.

"Eddie! Eddie! Eddie!" The chanting of the squirrels, dogs, and crows reverberated throughout North Hollywood Park. A producer, seen walking like a pack-mule of the multi-media industry just moments ago, redirects his focus from his equipment toward the source of this unusual distraction. The producer isn't alone in his curiosity; the entire park looks to the east (east-ish, at least). Waves of recognition hit the inquisitive crowd in chunks of joy as their questions are answered. "Who was it that was making all this commotion?" Just then, a familiar sight: a silhouette tossing expensive nuts into the air. Huh, is that—but he was... He's back! It was comedian and all-around-great-guy Eddie Pepitone! He has returned, and the emaciated squirrels rejoice! Connect w/ a provider to see if prescription Ro Sparks are right for you at http://ro.co/SOON Watch Eddies New Special on YouTube Go to www.eddiepepitone.com for show dates and all things Eddie Check out our full videos on YouTube: https://shorturl.at/mpsIL For additional content support Eddie on Patreon: www.patreon.com/eddiepepitone Please write us a review on iTunes https://tinyurl.com/mv57us2d Watch The Bitter Buddha the documentary by Steven Fienartz about Eddie. https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-bitter-buddha Send emails to: EddiePepPodcast@gmail.com Follow Eddie on Twitter: @EddiePepitone Instagram: @EddiePep Follow Kevin @KevinTienken Thank you to Allen Mezquida for our beautiful artwork

We can never master the grace of God.

"When you get to the end of yourself, you get to the beginning of God." - Pastor Greg LauriePastor Greg Laurie explains how God can use even our most stubborn moments to lead us where He's called us to be.  Pastor Greg dives deep into the Book of Jonah, describing the prophet not just as a man fleeing a big fish, but as a reluctant prophet who had to overcome his own prejudices and comfort zone to deliver a message of mercy to his enemies.Something special is coming March 10th –Shannon's new FOX Book, Nothing Is Impossible with God! Pre-Order HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Fabs kicks off our Prodigal Story series by diving into the younger son in the parable of the Prodigal Son. Reflection Questions: When you hear this parable, what comes up for you? What part of the younger son's story felt most familiar to you: leaving, longing, planning your return, or experiencing belonging? What's the difference between fitting in and belonging in your experience? The son had a three-part plan: (1) Say it first (lower the bar, overapologizing), (2) Settle for less (lower the position) (3) Earn it (prove himself). Which of those strategies feels most natural to you? What comes up for you when you consider God delighting in and celebrating your presence, even on your worst days? What rituals, habits, or postures do you find yourself using to try to make yourself more acceptable to God? What does your internal “I am not enough” narrative sound like?

Go to sermon webpage: EYES TO SEE

Luke 15:11-17

Leviticus = hard book due to misunderstanding; Limitations by "church"; Damnable heresies; "Melchizedek"; Freewill offerings; "corban"; Drawing near to God; Burning bush?; Ashes?; aleph-pey-resh; Altars of clay and stone; Kidneys or reins of control; "The Nazarite"; Chores; Teaching responsibility; Did Jesus do your chores?; God's social welfare system; Tax collectors; "Shambles"; Bread stamping?; Pork?Bible in the context of history; God is the same; Moses and Christ in agreement; Jerusalem Temple; Fraud; Leviticus 5 laws for guilt offerings; "Unclean"; Council of men; Wood on alter?; Reality check on animal sacrifice; American Creed; Democracy vs Republic; Scattered flock of people; Benefits from the altars; Making the word of God to none effect; How the system of God works; Voluntary giving; Setting wood on fire on the altar?; Choice of minister; Rightly dividing the bread (resources) to strengthen the poor; Church "service"; Loving neighbor through charity; Killing care?; Satan's truth; Repentance; Mt 20:25, Mk 10:42, Lk 22:25; Listening to Holy Spirit; Does God want you to covet?; "Honor" father and mother; Social safety nets; Lev 6:1 hearing from Yahweh; soul = nephesh; "Golem"?; Upside-down-upside-down; Delusion; "Legal?"; Electing rulers; Treating neighbor righteously; Are you? Or forcing them?; Stealing from God; Freedom of speech - finding the fools; Confession; Can't make God owe you salvation; Discernment; Lev 6:5 Restoring what's been taken; Addiction to benefits; Bondage of Egypt?; Living by faith, hope and charity; biet+resh-aleph-shin+vav; aleph-tav-vav added; Restorative justice; "give" in faith; Coming to the aid of your neighbor; Cheating; Hiding from the light; Kingdom of God is a different system; Loving the light; "Tithing"; Turning up the light; Prodigal son; Trust; "fifth part"; Symptoms of delusion; Be priests and kings.

What do you do when one of your most valuable possessions is stolen, and the thief brazenly advertises it for sale on social media? Appeal to the thief's sense of humanity? Call the cops? Give up? In this closing story from our February 2025 "Better Together" Story Show, Jens Lange shares just exactly what he did. This is "The Prodigal Bike."  

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When Richy's wife walked away, it felt like everything he had built his life on came crashing down. What looked like the end became the beginning of a deeper work God wanted to do in him.   In this candid conversation, Richy shares what it has been like to stand for his marriage while his spouse is gone, and how God has used this season to awaken his faith and call him into true spiritual leadership. Richy began to recognize areas where he had fallen short as a husband and as a man of God, and how the Lord has been faithfully transforming him from the inside out.   Even though restoration has not yet happened, Richy continues to pray, trust, and stand on God's promises for his covenant marriage. His story is a reminder that God often changes us first by healing, refining, and preparing us before He ever changes our circumstances.   If you are standing for your marriage and wondering if God is still at work, this episode will encourage you to keep believing, keep praying, and keep fighting for what God can do.   The Prodigal's Perspective   Prayers for Victory    Follow on Instagram - @rejoicemarriageministries   Follow on Facebook - @rejoicemarriageministries   Every day, you can receive encouragement straight to your inbox through our Fight for Your Marriage Devotional and find free resources and prayers to pray over your marriage. To take advantage of these resources and others, visit https://rejoiceministries.org   We appreciate your feedback. If this episode touches you, please leave us a five-star rating and review, helping us reach new listeners with hope for their marriage. You can also subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify or iTunes.

In this powerful episode, we unpack Luke 15's Parable of the Prodigal Son and connect it to real conversion, Lenten prayer, and the transformative journey of returning home to God.

Luke 15:1-7 ESV 1 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all drawing near to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and the scribes grumbled, saying, “This man receives sinners and eats with them.” 3 So he told them this parable: 4 “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it? 5 And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.' 7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.   • • • Ephesians 6:12 ESV 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places.   • • • Luke 15:3-4 ESV 3 So he told them this parable: 4 “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he has lost one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the open country, and go after the one that is lost, until he finds it?   • • • 1. We Were All Lost   • • • Romans 3:23 ESV 23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,   • • • Romans 6:20-23 ESV 20 For when you were slaves of sin, you were free in regard to righteousness. 21 But what fruit were you getting at that time from the things of which you are now ashamed? For the end of those things is death. 22 But now that you have been set free from sin and have become slaves of God, the fruit you get leads to sanctification and its end, eternal life. 23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.   • • • Romans 5:6-8 ESV 6 For while we were still weak, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly. 7 For one will scarcely die for a righteous person—though perhaps for a good person one would dare even to die— 8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.   • • • Luke 15:5 ESV 5 And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.   • • • 2. Christ Came to Seek and Save the Lost   • • • John 3:16-17 ESV 16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.   • • • Luke 19:10 ESV 10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”   • • • 1 Timothy 2:3-4 ESV 3 This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, 4 who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.   • • • 2 Peter 3:9 ESV 9 The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.   • • • Luke 10:36-37 ESV 36 Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbor to the man who fell among the robbers?” 37 He said, “The one who showed him mercy.” And Jesus said to him, “You go, and do likewise.”   • • • 3. Sinner's Repentance Leads to Heaven's Parties   • • • Luke 15:6-7 ESV 6 And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and his neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep that was lost.' 7 Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.   • • • Luke 15:9-10 ESV 9 And when she has found it, she calls together her friends and neighbors, saying, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin that I had lost.' 10 Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”   • • • Luke 15:22-24 ESV 22 But the father said to his servants, ‘Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet. 23 And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. 24 For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.' And they began to celebrate.   • • • 4. Jesus Calls Us Both TOWARDS and AWAY   • • • Matthew 28:18-20 ESV 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”   • • • Luke 15:27-32 ESV 27 And he said to him, ‘Your brother has come, and your father has killed the fattened calf, because he has received him back safe and sound.' 28 But he was angry and refused to go in. His father came out and entreated him, 29 but he answered his father, ‘Look, these many years I have served you, and I never disobeyed your command, yet you never gave me a young goat, that I might celebrate with my friends. 30 But when this son of yours came, who has devoured your property with prostitutes, you killed the fattened calf for him!' 31 And he said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. 32 It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was dead, and is alive; he was lost, and is found.'”   • • • Luke 11:29-30 ESV 29 When the crowds were increasing, he began to say, “This generation is an evil generation. It seeks for a sign, but no sign will be given to it except the sign of Jonah. 30 For as Jonah became a sign to the people of Nineveh, so will the Son of Man be to this generation.   • • • Application: When we no longer care about seeking and saving the lost, we're at risk of becoming a Pharisee—the ones who "think they've got it figured out". We were once lost and have been rescued by Christ's love. Our view of the lost and the marginalized needs to be more like Christ's, for that is why He came.

Go to sermon webpage: EYES TO SEE

6:41 - Is it wrong for a church to practice Ash Wednesday? / 17:17 - Why are Andy Stanley and Joel Olsteen bad teachers? / 31:19 - Why did the Prodigal son say he sinned against his Father and God? / 37:53 - Was Charlie Kirk a false prophet? / 51:20 - If bad things are happening in my life, am I reaping what I'm sowing?

When the Prodigal Returns Home - A Relational Look at the Parable of the Prodigal Son What do we learn about God - the Father? [Be like Him]1. We cannot behave so badly that He will reject us when we return2. He is looking for us to return even when He lets us go do what we insist on doing3. God is patient, waiting for us to come to our senses4. His priority is to restore a relationship with Him first before everything else5. He defends His actions to His critics and protects the prodigal who returnsWhat do we learn about sin, its effects, and restoration ? [Be wise in our choices]1. Sin changes our perspective to focus on ourselves and our desires2. Sin objectifies people and causes us to use people for our own selfish purposes3. Sin blinds us to the ultimate consequences of our actions4. Ultimately, sin can be a motivator to influence us to return to God5. Sin does not overpower the love of God6. It's never too late to return to God no matter how much we have sinned7. God is eager to restore usWhat do we learn about the prodigal? [come home]1. When we put our mind to do something God doesn't want us to do, He will let us2. When we disregard who we know we should be as Christians, God never discards us but waits for us to return to him 3. We return to God presenting our terms to him (be a hired servant) but God restores us to our rightful place as his child 4. We, like the prodigal, can be shocked at the compassion, mercy, grace,forgiveness,and restoration of God 5. Not everyone will be happy that we returned and that God is rejoicing. Some think we should be punished What do we learn about being judgmental on those who return to God? [Rejoice when sinners return]1. We can have a heart that does not reflect the love of the Father2. We can have a transactional relationship with God - we do something for Him and He is obligated , in our mind, to do something for us3. We can refuse to join God in His celebration of restoration4. We can hold grudges against people who have sinned and shamed themselves and the Christian community 5. We can expect that God should have honored us at an earlier time or instead of someone else    

New on the When You Love a Prodigal podcastI am thrilled to be a grandmother—of 10 fabulous grands. I have a great desire to be a positive contributor to their growth, wisdom, and lives. I especially desire to help them not become prodigals, or if they do, to encourage them to choose to step away from that path.Legacy Coalition is a great partner in these efforts. Legacy Coalition believes that grandparenting matters! Grandparents have so much potential to impact the youngest generations to follow Christ. And today's podcast will be so helpful to assist grandparents in being a positive help in any prodigal journey.Legacy Coalition:Website: https://legacycoalition.com/Register for the Legacy Grandparenting Summit: https://legacycoalition.com/summit/Grand Monday Nights: https://legacycoalition.com/grand-monday-nights/Enter for a chance to win a Let's Talk Conversation Cards set: judydouglass.com/giveawayJudy's Resources:Read 7 Everyday Ways to Invest in Your Grandkids: https://bit.ly/4tGfoDOJoin the Prayer for Prodigals community here: https://bit.ly/3uyhSWQSign up for Judy's monthly newsletter here: https://bit.ly/39TBlYtPurchase a copy of the When You Love a Prodigal book for you or a loved one here: https://amzn.to/3RuiUx9Stay connected:Website: judydouglass.com/podcastFacebook: facebook.com/JudyDouglass417Instagram: instagram.com/judydouglass417X: twitter.com/judydouglass417Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/judyddouglass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JudyDouglass

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Go to sermon webpage: LIGHT OF THE WORLD

What the bible is all about; Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil vs Tree of Life; Walls of misunderstanding; Pharisees and Sadducees; The serpent in the garden; Whole truth?; Why Leviticus was written; Pontius Pilate's position; Monetary system in Judea; Decline of Roman republic; Duty to fellowman; Evidence of salvation; Knowing the WHOLE Jesus; Devil believes in Jesus; Have you repented?; Things God hates; Nicolaitans and Baalam; Charity; Levites; Atonement; What we thought we knew that just ain't so; Lev 5:1 Awkward translation; Jewish Christmas lights story; Hating; The "world" God loves; All MIGHT be saved; Bearing witness to iniquity; Carcase?; Unclean things?; Sacrifice?; nun-biet-lamad-hey; Julius Caesar and the Gauls; Unclean bread provided by Rome; Foolish things; Golden calf; Reserve fund?; Oaths; Bound to unknown crimes; Guilt; Confession - to whom?; Making recompense; How to have a healthy community; Unintended consequences; Trespass offerings; Stones of the Levite altars; Touching unclean things; Offering covering the trespass; Taking care of the needy; Social welfare via the altars; Turtledove?; Cheating; Sprinkling blood?; Christ forbade us…; Atonement for sin?; Ransom, price of life, sacrifice; Things of value; The principle: you caused damage; Owning up; Responsibility; Spirit of a free society; v12 - bringing to priest; "fire"; Why the old men wept; Forgiveness; Paying it forward; Reparations?; Freewill offerings; What Christ was doing; Making amends; Forgiven by whom?; Prodigal son example; Whose house do you live in?; Getting back to your father's house; Repent and seek His kingdom and righteousness; Why a priest?; Wise, efficient giving; "Kingdom"; Determining what you owe in recompense; Things forgotten; Injuring someone is a trespass against the LORD; Human resources; Caiaphas and Jesus; Pay it forward.

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Go to sermon webpage: LIGHT OF THE WORLD

The conversion of Manasseh, like New Testament Saul of Tarsus, stands as an example that God can save anyone and will hear and save those who repent and Call out to him.

In Melanie Tem's Prodigal, eleven-year-old Lucy is grappling with the mysterious death of her older brother–a suspected drug overdose–when her older sister Rae mysteriously disappears. The losses alone are too much for her family, but now Lucy is visited by the ghost of her brother, leading her into a dangerous supernatural world.  Recommended in this episode:  I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V. E. Schwab NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  UP NEXT: The Bewitching by Silvia Moreno Garcia Buy our books here, including Monster, She Wrote and our newest Toil and Trouble.   

James Green shares the raw story behind his book Wounded Not Ruined—a conversation on masks in church culture, childhood trauma, depression, and the path of healing in Jesus.We talk about:-why “you can't heal who you pretend to be”-how silence turns trauma into identity-the three types of depression (clinical, circumstantial, spiritual)-why movement + sweat can be a practical weapon in the fight-Kintsugi (broken, restored, stronger) and the prodigal son: love outruns shame

Dig-A-Bit is a weekly mini Bible study with Cindy Colley. It supplements the Digging Deep Bible study for women. In this episode, Cindy discusses Jonah, the Prodigal and Forgiveness. For more information about the Digging Deep Bible Study for Women, visit TheColleyHouse.org. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: Jonah Luke 15 LINKS: PDF Transcript for this Podcast Digging Deep in God’s Word Bible Study for Women Bless Your Heart Blog West Huntsville church of Christ at Providence RESOURCES: The Colley House Music: “Podcast” by JD Sound at audiojungle.net

No prodigal child is too far gone for God's redemptive power! On today's edition of Family Talk, Roger Marsh interviews author Laine Lawson Craft, who shares her journey of faith through three prodigal children—one battling addiction, another caught in destructive patterns, and a daughter fighting depression. She reveals powerful “warfare strategies” that helped bring all three back to a relationship with Christ. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29?v=20251111

Josiah Queen is an artist that has found success at an early age. With songs like “The Prodigal” and “Dusty Bibles” he's already selling out arenas in his young 20's. We talk with him about what his journey has been like and how to stay grounded in God through all of it!

How many prodigals does the Bible tell us about? Well, most Bible students would say one. Pastor Greg Laurie has pointed out before that the prodigal son had an older brother who could also be considered a prodigal. So . . . two? Would you believe there may be three prodigals in the Bible? Today on A NEW BEGINNING, Pastor Greg points out that Jonah could be considered the prodigal prophet. But when he turned his life around, he helped an entire city turnaround and come to God. Spiritual momentum is building! Help us continue to meet this unique moment by supporting our evangelistic efforts in 2026—give before the year ends! — Become a Harvest Partner today and join us in knowing God and making Him known through media and large-scale evangelism, our mission of over 30 years. Explore more resources from Pastor Greg Laurie, including daily devotionals and blogs, designed to answer your spiritual questions and equip you to walk closely with Christ.Support the show: https://bit.ly/anbsupportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.