Podcasts about prodigal son

Passage: Luke 15:11-32 The Son of Man came to seek and save the lost. We must be careful not to dehumanize the sinner in our life or believe that we are deserving God's grace. 

Some time ago Elisa led us in conversations about "tables" and how certain mealtimes moved the story of the Bible forward. For these two weeks Bill wants the group to consider the opposite—how famines (or the lack of food) was a catalyst for biblical events and a force for change in the lives of the characters of the Scriptures.Receive As we ponder why God allowed His people throughout Scripture to experience famines, we can see that God was still working to draw them closer to Him. God is at work in our life as well. When we face hardships and difficulties in our life, let's remember that God is near.  How does reading about how God provided for men and women throughout the Bible help remind you that He is faithful to help you through any trial you may face?   What could drawing closer to God even during difficulties look like for you?   Reflect  Why did God allow someone as faithful as the prophet Elijah to suffer through a famine as we read in 1 Kings 18:2? During famines, how did God provide for Elijah in 1 Kings 17:7–11 and Elisha in  2 Kings 4:38– 41? Why did the four men with leprosy mentioned in 2 Kings 7:3–5 respond to the famine the way they did?  Why did Jesus mention a famine in His parable of the Prodigal Son found in Luke 15:14? Based on Romans 8:35, not even famine can separate us from God's love. How does knowing that truth encourage you during difficult times?  Respond (Use this prayer to start a conversation with God) “Dear God, thank You that You love me and provide for me even during the most difficult times. Please help me to draw closer to You, even when I'm experiencing a famine or lack in my life. Help me to trust Your unending goodness, grace, and mercy.”   Discover more about the topics in this episode with these recommended resources Mentioned in this episode: Joseph by Bill Crowder Tables in the Story of God Week 1 Tables in the Story of God Week 2 The Book of Naomi The Gospel of Ruth  Inseparable God Is At Work—The Story of Ruth Part 1—The Worst of Times  Listen:  The Miraculous life of Elisha | Part 1 The Miraculous Life of Elisha--Part 2 Read: Faithful to the Faithful: 2 Kings 4 Why Should I Trust God? Watch: Trusting God in the Dark with Katie Lewis (Unshakable Moxie) God Is at Work in All Things | Romans 8:28-29 

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son, the prodigal repents and returns home to a grace-filled welcome by his father. Seven coordinating blogs begin here: https://lightofchristjourney.com/2026/07/19/a-costly-independence/ A video of the story can be viewed here: https://youtu.be/qXlDNFRzTmg

Welcome to Country Proud Living "Where Nurturing Spaces Empower Your Life and Everyday Feels a Little More Like Home." When was the last time you laughed until your cheeks hurt or did something simply because it brought you joy?In this uplifting episode of Country Proud Living, LoriLynn explores how to rediscover joy in midlife through playfulness, gratitude, meaningful connection, and creating a home that supports the life you truly want to live. Drawing on research in positive psychology and her own experiences, she shares why joy isn't something we wait for—it's something we intentionally notice and choose.If you've been longing for a slower, lighter, more joyful season, this episode is your invitation to embrace the ordinary moments that often become life's most treasured memories. Because a beautiful life isn't built through extraordinary moments—it grows from ordinary moments filled with joy.

Listen in as Pastor Brad reminds us that we have a Father who seeks a relationship with us - regardless of where we are at in life. He seeks us. 

It's possible to obey all the rules and still miss the grace of God. In the second sermon of our Summer Sermon Series, Voddie Baucham unpacks the Parable of the Older Son, showing that Jesus' warning isn't just for the prodigal—it's for the self-righteous who believe they've earned the Father's favor.

What does the Bible actually say about building a healthy family? Whether your home is a place of peace or a source of deep pain, Scripture offers real and practical wisdom for every kind of household. This teaching draws from Proverbs, the Parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15, and the love chapter of 1 Corinthians 13 to explore what it looks like to build something better, even in the middle of the mess.If you have ever felt like your presence in your family does not matter, or like certain relationships are beyond repair, this message is for you. God's heart is toward your home. He is not waiting for you to have everything figured out before He moves. He is already watching the road.This sermon was recorded at a Sunday morning gathering at Church of the Lookout in Longmont, Colorado.Visit our websiteFollow us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram

The Parable of the Prodigal Son is a popular one. Is it really about the youngest son, though? A more appropriate title might be 'The Parable of the Gracious Father.'

Rev. Chip Robertson | Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide When you think of “the Father's house,” you may think about the children's song talking about it as a big, big house with lots and lots of rooms, or you may begin to picture the clouds of heaven. The Father's house is not primarily a location but a way of living in communion with God and one another. Scripture consistently points toward God creating a people who belong together in a covenant relationship. God's desire has always been to invite people into His family. That desire runs throughout the entire story of Scripture—from Eden to Abraham, through Jesus, and into eternity. Hand in hand with God's desire for a people of community is the constant theme of redemption and restoration. In this sermon, the theme of redemption is explored through the metaphor of reweaving. Sin is described not merely as breaking rules but as tearing the fabric of our relationships—with God, with others, and even within ourselves. Redemption is God's patient work of taking those torn places and weaving them back together so that what seemed beyond repair is restored. God does not simply cover over the broken places in our lives; He restores them, weaving together what has been torn until they are made new.  Every life is immeasurably valuable to God, and no tear is beyond His ability to restore. Like the father in the Prodigal Son, God continually watches, waits, and welcomes people home. Ultimately, the Father's house is not only a promise of where we will one day be. It is a present reality wherever people live in God's love, practice reconciliation, care for one another, and allow God to reweave the torn places of their lives. The invitation has always been open, and the door to the Father's house remains open still.

Rev. Chip Robertson | Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide When you think of “the Father's house,” you may think about the children's song talking about it as a big, big house with lots and lots of rooms, or you may begin to picture the clouds of heaven. The Father's house is not primarily a location but a way of living in communion with God and one another. Scripture consistently points toward God creating a people who belong together in a covenant relationship. God's desire has always been to invite people into His family. That desire runs throughout the entire story of Scripture—from Eden to Abraham, through Jesus, and into eternity. Hand in hand with God's desire for a people of community is the constant theme of redemption and restoration. In this sermon, the theme of redemption is explored through the metaphor of reweaving. Sin is described not merely as breaking rules but as tearing the fabric of our relationships—with God, with others, and even within ourselves. Redemption is God's patient work of taking those torn places and weaving them back together so that what seemed beyond repair is restored. God does not simply cover over the broken places in our lives; He restores them, weaving together what has been torn until they are made new.  Every life is immeasurably valuable to God, and no tear is beyond His ability to restore. Like the father in the Prodigal Son, God continually watches, waits, and welcomes people home. Ultimately, the Father's house is not only a promise of where we will one day be. It is a present reality wherever people live in God's love, practice reconciliation, care for one another, and allow God to reweave the torn places of their lives. The invitation has always been open, and the door to the Father's house remains open still.

Sermon Text: Luke 15:11-32

By Dean Pinter

You've heard this story so many times you can't hear it anymore. In Luke 15, Jesus tells a story about two sons — one who runs into self-destruction and one who stays home and turns to stone. Most of us know it as "the Prodigal Son." Most of us have heard it wrong. In this first week of The Parables of Jesus, Pastor Greg unpacks why Jesus told parables designed to break open your view of the world — and why this one has been working on him for ten years. You'll wrestle with the stories you tell yourself, why you do that, and why both 'finding yourself' and 'being a good person' leave you lost. Whether you've walked away from God, never met him, or have been quietly resentful in the back of the sanctuary — this story ends without an ending on purpose. The question is...what will you do with it?

One of my favorite passages in Hermann Hesse's Siddhartha is his reflection that he had to become a fool before he could truly awaken. It echoes the Prodigal Son and countless myths and fairy tales that suggest we often have to lose our way before we can genuinely find ourselves.In this episode, I explore why failure, despair, and disillusionment so often become the soil from which wisdom grows, while wrestling with a paradox I can't quite resolve. Our mistakes inevitably leave scars—not only on ourselves but sometimes on the people we love. While I believe redemption and transformation are possible, I don't think the pain we cause can simply be justified because something good eventually came from it.Drawing on Hesse, Carl Jung, and my own work as a therapist, this episode reflects on responsibility, grace, and the difficult question of how we can acknowledge the necessity of failure without ever glorifying it.

Gregory Copley. The Prodigal Son: Prince Harry's Mounting Legal and Financial Woes. Copley discusses Prince Harry's precarious position after losing a major lawsuit, leaving him with a 50 million pound debt. King Charles IIIprioritizes his duty to the monarchy over family ties as concerns grow regarding Harry's management of the Invictus Games and his wife's public criticisms of the family. (12)

Kimchi One from Brightcore – Health Starts in the GutGet 25% off – Use Code: FLYOVER at https://www.mybrightcore.com/flyoverOr call (888) 315-8404 for up to 50% OFF your order and Free ShippingOn the Flyover Conservatives Show, Pastor Michael Clary joins David and Stacy Whited to expose what he calls “Loser Theology” — the mindset that has trained Christians to confuse meekness with weakness, humility with passivity, and faithfulness with retreat. In this bold conversation, Clary breaks down why the modern church has produced weak men, silent Christians, and a passive response to cultural threats, including Islam, progressivism, and woke ideology. He explains why “the meek shall inherit the earth” does not mean Christians are called to be doormats, how the Prodigal Son story has been used to shame faithful believers, and why the church must recover a vision of righteous strength, public courage, and high-agency Christianity. This episode will challenge what many Christians have been taught about weakness, power, masculinity, and the role of believers in the public square.TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.theflyoverapp.com Follow and Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFlyoverConservativesShow To Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To ▶ https://flyovergold.comOr Call 720-605-3900 ► Receive your FREE 52 Date Night Ideas Playbook to make date night more exciting, go to www.prosperousmarriage.comPastor Michael ClaryWEBSITE: https://www.losertheology.comSUBSTACK: https://www.dmichaelclary.comCHURCH: https://www.christthekingnky.comMichael Clary is the Lead Pastor of Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, Kentucky, and the author of Loser Theology. He is a pastor, writer, podcaster, and cultural commentator who focuses on Scripture, theology, culture, politics, biblical anthropology, and Christian courage. Clary earned his Master of Divinity from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and planted Christ the King Church after moving to Cincinnati in 2008. He is also the author of God's Good Design: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Guide to Human Sexuality and hosts the Plain Speech Podcast and Current Reality Podcast. Through his writing and ministry, Clary calls Christians to reject passivity and recover a bold, faithful, high-agency vision of Christianity for all of life.

What do you do when the assignment God places before you feels far bigger than your strength? Whether you're facing a difficult conversation, an overwhelming season, a ministry opportunity, or a step of obedience that feels impossible, fear can convince you that everything depends on you. But Scripture paints a very different picture. God never calls us to rely on our own sufficiency. He invites us to know Him more deeply and trust that He will provide everything we need for every assignment He gives. In this episode, Jennifer welcomes author and Bible teacher Grace Fox to explore four powerful names of God that strengthen us when fear threatens to hold us back. Through the stories of Abraham, Naaman, Jeremiah and others, they discuss how God equips His servants, brings healing to the areas that keep us stuck, remains present in life's chaos and faithfully sustains us every step of the journey. If you've been hesitant to move forward because the road ahead feels uncertain, this conversation will encourage you to focus less on your fear and more on the faithful God who goes with you. Resource referenced: Names of God: Growing Strong: Devotional Study with Video Access Scriptures Discussed: Genesis 15:2–6 — Abraham calls God Adonai while waiting for God's promised son. Matthew 25:14–30 — The Parable of the Talents and trusting the Master's character. 2 Kings 5:1–19 — Naaman's healing and the obedience that precedes restoration. Genesis 1:1–2 — The Spirit of God hovering over the waters in creation. Lamentations 3:22–23 — God's mercies are new every morning; great is His faithfulness. Luke 15:11–32 — The Parable of the Prodigal Son and the Father's faithful welcome. 2 Corinthians 12:9 — God's power made perfect in weakness (referenced in the closing encouragement). Hebrews 10:24 — Encouraging one another toward love and good works (closing challenge). Connect with Grace Fox: On her website On Instagram On Facebook Follow her work on Amazon Find Jennifer Slattery: On her website Instagram Facebook Amazon Subscribe to her free newsletter Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

When we hear the story of "The Prodigal Son" found in Luke 15, it can be easy to focus on the son who left. But what if the story was more about the heart of the father that was always postured toward love for his sons?July 5, 2026

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Martin Kove is a veteran actor whose career spans more than five decades, with iconic roles including John Kreese in The Karate Kid franchise and Cobra Kai, Detective Victor Isbecki on Cagney & Lacey, and memorable appearances in films such as Rambo: First Blood Part II. His enduring portrayal of Kreese transformed him into one of pop culture's most recognizable screen villains and introduced his work to a new generation through the success of Cobra Kai. Check out his new movie “The Dink” which debuts on Apple TV on July 24th and keep an eye out for “Prodigal Son” the adaption of his comic book that is in development now! IN THE NEWS: WNBA fans seething at punishment handed to player who put fist on Caitlin Clark's throat - AOL, Chuck Schumer Booed At Pride Parade, Dem running for Pelosi's seat mocked after anti-Israel hecklers chase him from SF Trans March, Iran, Egypt outraged over ‘Pride Match' designation for World Cup faceoff — urge FIFA to scrap LGBTQ+ affiliationsFOR MORE WITH MARTIN KOVE:MOVIE: The DinkOut On July 24th On Apple TVT.V. SHOW: Cobra Kai (Netflix) FOR MORE WITH JESSE KOVE:COMIC BOOK (Being Developed Into A Movie): Prodigal SonFOR MORE WITH ELISHA KRAUSS:WEBSITE: elishakrauss.comYOUTUBE: Elisha Krauss INSTAGRAM: @elishakrauss TWITTER: @elishakrauss LIVE SHOWS: July 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows) July 10 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 11 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)Thank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineMarathonRewards.comoreillyauto.com/ADAMPluto.tvPodcastOneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this solo episode of the Man-Up Adventure Podcast, host Terry Gwaltney delivers a raw and unfiltered challenge to every man who has gone missing — not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, and relationally. Drawing from sobering statistics, Scripture, and real-life patterns, Terry breaks down exactly what it looks like when a man goes MIA, why it happens, and what it costs the people who are left waiting. From the passively comfortable man glued to his screen, to the spiritually AWOL man who handed off every spiritual responsibility to his wife, Terry names it all — and refuses to let men stay comfortable in a place that is quietly destroying them. But this episode isn't just a gut punch. It's a road map back. Rooted in the stories of Adam, Jonah, and the Prodigal Son, Terry makes the case that God has never written off a missing man — and He's not about to start with you. If you know you've been checked out, this episode is your wake-up call.Main Quote:"Absence is not neutral. Your checking out is not harmless coasting. It's active damage. It just has a time delay on when it really shows up."

In the opening chapter of the Book of Isaiah, the LORD calls the heavens and earth to witness a remarkable but tragic thing. Planets and stars and all the heavenly hosts, which do not have ears, will listen and obey their Creator, but we who do have hears fail to hear or understand. Even oxen and pack animals have more sense than we do, according to what God says through the prophet. In order to circumvent our sinfulness, Jesus often used parables stories to get His audience's attention.  And to this day, Jesus's parallels are the most well-known stories in the world. From the Prodigal Son, to the Good Samaritan, Jesus tells us of the kingdom of God and of His mercy and grace toward sinners. C.S. Lewis likewise believed stories were perfectly suited to convey spiritual and theological truths. Lewis used stories to get past our analytical "watchful dragons" of bias, skepticism, and false beliefs we might harbor about God, lessons and truths we might miss if spoken directly to us as an object moral lesson. This week and next on the Profile, we have a delightful rambling chat about Lewis's science fiction with author, budding philologist, cosmologist and C.S. Lewis enthusiast, Dr. Luke Barnes. We hope the conversation will inspire you to have likewise enjoyable and meaningful conversations, too, as well as inspire you to use words wisely! Luke A. Barnes is a theoretical astrophysicist, cosmologist, and postdoctoral researcher at Western Sydney University. "He received his PhD in Astronomy from the University of Cambridge in 2009.   He is a John Templeton Fellow. He has published papers in the fields of galaxy formation and the fine-tuning of the Universe for life. He is the author, with Geraint Lewis, of A Fortunate Universe: Life in a Finely Tuned Cosmos published by Cambridge University Press. He has also published papers on the philosophy of science, and regularly engages in public outreach through public speaking, articles in the popular press, and social media. He has modeled galaxy formation in a cosmological context with supercomputer simulations, and connected those simulations to observations with modeling of radiative transfer (particularly Lyman alpha emission and absorption) and realistic models of IFU observations.He has investigated the fine-tuning of the universe for intelligent life, modeling the effect of the cosmological constant on galaxy formation and the effect of alternative nuclear physics on stars. He has contributed to the philosophy of science by considering the challenges of testing multiverse theories using probability theory." Daniel and Luke's co-authored profile on Scientism. https://www.watchman.org/scientism/ProfileScientism.pdfAdditional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreePROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (around 700 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/NotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/GiveApologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2026 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

Spirital Animal Sam hosted the Meta Mystics to better understand the well known bible story of the prodigal son, told by Jesus. Sure, the face value version of the story is great, but we all know Jesus spoke in parables because he was more than likely a mystic of eastern understanding. If you wanna get weird with the bible, Stay Weird!To Follow The Webb Of Mysteries---> https://open.spotify.com/show/1BQyXMEpxRk4g2rckuCHfo?si=861858e2a72d4589To Follow Us On Patreon—> https://www.patreon.com/c/MetaMysticsFor A Past Life Regression Or To Inquire About Anything Else, Email Us!—> MetaMystics@yahoo.comSubscribe to our Youtube—> http://www.youtube.com/@MetaMysticsTo Follow Us On TikTok—> https://www.tiktok.com/@metamysticsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cult-of-conspiracy--5700337/support.

We'd love to hear from you! Please send us a Text Message!Just because something is forgotten does not necessarily mean that it's not any good. As the Earth turns on its axis, times change. What was up is now down. What was fast is now slow. Great leaders are forgotten. Hitlers are remembered. Good times are forgotten. Struggles are remembered. This podcast, Forgotten, is about forgotten songs. Whenever I write a song that I end up not liking very much, I always throw it away. I never leave it around somewhere to be forgotten. But I do have forgotten songs that I liked at the time that I wrote then but find that years later they might be best forgotten. Early works tend to be forgotten. As the years have gone by gratefully, I've gotten better at what I do and so my standards are higher. Still it's always great to find all these oldies but goodies. Each of the forgotten has its own story. Here are 10.Theater of the Imagination is presented by Watchfire Music:  watchfiremusic.com 

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We are recording in front of a live studio audience in Nauvoo, Illinois.  In this week's episode, we begin with a movie review of the 1980s classic Prodigal Son and Cipher in the Snow, and then make the obvious transition to Nauvoo Lyceum. Gerrit regales the audience with several topics discussed in this adult education program, and we cover the Chestnut Hill College Lacrosse Team's dominance from 2021 to 2024 If you are interested in joining us in 2027 in Palmyra and Kirtland, August 1st through August 7th, click on the link below and reserve your spot: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261567888174171 Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ ⁠⁠https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com⁠⁠ If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com

Jase, Al, and Zach dig into the parenting rhythms that plant God's word in kids early, including the moment a Jase's godson thought God was too far away to hear him pray. Zach connects sin to a false version of reality that promises freedom but produces death. Al reflects on Liam Neeson's iconic movie “Taken,”  and the scene that illustrates the perfect picture of what it means to be a man of your word, in truth and action. In this episode: John 1, verse 1; James 1, verses 14–18; James 1, verse 21; James 2, verse 26; Genesis 1, verse 3; Psalm 33, verse 6; Psalm 148, verse 5; John 4, verses 46–54; Psalm 92, verses 5–15; Isaiah 55, verses 8–12; Ephesians 3, verses 16–19; Matthew 18, verses 1–14; Luke 15, verses 1–32; Revelation 12, verse 9; Matthew 22, verses 23–33 “Unashamed” Episode 1362 is sponsored by: https://meetfabric.com/unashamed — Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to help protect their family. https://rocketmoney.com/unashamed — Join Rocket Money and let them help you reach your financial goals faster. https://unashamedgold.com — Get a free 2026 Gold & Silver Guide and a no obligation consultation!  http://unashamedforhillsdale.com/ — Sign up now for free, and join the Unashamed hosts every Friday for Unashamed Academy Powered by Hillsdale College Listen to Not Yet Now with Zach Dasher on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, or anywhere you get podcasts. Check out At Home with Phil Robertson, nearly 800 episodes of Phil's unfiltered wisdom, humor, and biblical truth, available for free for the first time! Get it on Apple, Spotify, Amazon, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-home-with-phil-robertson/id1835224621 Chapters 00:00 Jase Refuses to Join the Nonsense 08:03 Planting God's Word in Kids Early 14:47 The “Slow Drip” of a Faithful Life  19:35 Building Faith That Lasts for Generations 26:20 The Word of Action & Truth 33:50 When Words Become Reality 40:10 Jesus' Word Carries Creative Power 44:15 Sin, Reality, and Bearing Fruit in Old Age 48:05 Matthew 18 and the Danger of Deceiving Kids 52:20 The Prodigal Son, the Older Brother, and Deception — Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Father's Day, I hear some version of the same message: be stronger, lead better, protect more, carry the weight. And if I'm honest, those sermons usually leave me feeling less encouraged and more afraid. Afraid of getting it wrong. Afraid of not being enough. In this episode, I explore a different vision of fatherhood through one of Jesus' most famous parables. Looking at the story we often call "The Prodigal Son," I found myself drawn not to the son who left, but to the father who watched, waited, and ran. This is the Father's Day sermon I want to tell.  It's a reflection on fear, love, letting go, and what it means to become the kind of person someone can always come home to. If this episode meant something to you, I'd love it if you'd take a second to like, subscribe, and leave a review, it really helps more people find the show. You can head over to https://gofund.me/7ebb0524 every bit helps. And if you're looking for more reflection, honesty, and spiritual wrestling, check out my Substack: Devotionals for the Deconstructing & Disillusioned, it's a space for people who still have soul, but no longer fit in the boxes they were handed. Thanks for being here.

Forgive Us Our Debts Matthew 6:9–12 Culture of Gospel Share this with someone in your life who doesn't know Jesus. Most people spend their lives trying to prove they're good enough or trying to hide the parts of themselves they're ashamed of. Jesus offers something radically different: a God who already knows your worst, still loves you completely, and invites you to stop pretending and simply come home. Sermon Summary In this message, Coleton continues through the Lord's Prayer by focusing on one of the most uncomfortable—and most freeing—requests Jesus teaches us to pray: "Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." (Matthew 6:12) Many people assume confession is something spiritually immature Christians do. Once you've followed Jesus long enough, you shouldn't need to confess very often. Coleton challenges that assumption by showing that Jesus teaches the exact opposite. The mark of spiritual maturity is not pretending you've stopped sinning. The mark of maturity is becoming increasingly honest about your sin because you've become increasingly confident in the Father's love. Coleton begins with a simple story about a child being told to own up to a mistake. Owning our failures is difficult, but it is one of the clearest signs of maturity. The same is true spiritually. Jesus invites His followers into a regular rhythm of confession—not because God is angry with them, but because He wants them to experience His grace again and again. Tyler Staton captures this beautifully: "One of the biggest mistakes we've made in the modern church is to reimagine spiritual maturity as the need to confess less... A maturing community is a confessing community—not a church without sin, but a church without secrets." Before explaining why confession matters, Coleton highlights three important observations from Jesus' prayer. Three Things Jesus Wants Us to Notice About This Prayer 1. Confession is not the first thing Jesus tells us to pray. Jesus does not begin the Lord's Prayer with confession. He first teaches us to call God Father, to worship Him, seek His Kingdom, and ask Him for our daily needs. That order matters. God isn't waiting for us to clean ourselves up before He listens to us. He isn't withholding His love until we've confessed every failure. Coleton illustrates this with his son Teddy. He would never refuse Teddy breakfast or a hug until Teddy apologized for everything he did wrong the day before. Healthy relationships don't work that way, and neither does God's relationship with His children. Confession is something we practice within the security of being loved—not something we do to earn God's love. 2. Jesus assumes we will sin. Jesus doesn't say: "If you've sinned..." He simply teaches us to pray: "Forgive us our debts." Jesus assumes every disciple will continue battling sin. If we struggle to keep diets, New Year's resolutions, or promises to ourselves, how much more do we struggle to meet God's perfect holiness? The prayer keeps us humble by reminding us that every believer continually depends upon God's grace. 3. This prayer comes with a warning label. Perhaps the most sobering part of the prayer is this phrase: "Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." Coleton describes this as the "fine print" of the prayer. Every time we pray these words, we're asking God: "Forgive me the same way I've forgiven others." That should cause every Christian to examine their heart. If we refuse to forgive those who have hurt us, we're asking God to respond to us with that same unwillingness. Jesus is exposing whether His grace has truly transformed us. Grace received always becomes grace extended. 1. Jesus Wants Us to Confess So We Experience the Father's Love Many people think confession is primarily about focusing on their failures. Jesus says it's actually about experiencing God's kindness. Coleton points to one of Jesus' greatest stories—the Prodigal Son. The Father runs first. Before the son ever finishes confessing... The father runs. He hugs him. He kisses him. The embrace comes before the confession. Luke 15:20–24 "While he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion... he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him..." The son's confession lasts only a few words. The father doesn't interrogate him. He doesn't demand every detail. He doesn't shame him. Instead he interrupts him with celebration. The robe. The ring. The feast. The party. The father's joy completely overshadows the son's failure. Coleton explains that this is exactly how Jesus wants us to picture confession. Confession isn't crawling toward an angry God. It is stepping into the embrace of a Father who already loves His children. He summarizes confession in three movements: Step into the Father's affection. Acknowledge your sin. Receive the Father's joyful forgiveness and move forward. The Father never brings the son's past back up. Even when the older brother tries to, the father defends him. That is the heart of God. Bible Passage Luke 15:20–24 2. Jesus Wants Us to Run Toward God Instead of Away From Him Sin naturally produces hiding. Adam and Eve sinned, and their first instinct was to hide. We still do the same thing today. We hide behind excuses. We curate better versions of ourselves. We pretend. Jesus wants to completely reverse that instinct. Instead of hiding from God, He wants us to run toward Him. Coleton emphasizes that God is the safest person in the universe to bring your worst mistakes. There is nothing you can confess that surprises Him. Nothing that makes Him love you less. Dietrich Bonhoeffer writes: "You are a sinner, a great, desperate sinner; now come... to the God who loves you... He wants you as you are... You can hide nothing from God... with Him, you can dare to be a sinner." That phrase becomes the heart of this section: "Dare to be a sinner with God." Instead of pretending, come honestly. God promises mercy. Bible Verse 1 John 1:9 "If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." 3. Jesus Wants Confession to Break Sin's Power Over Our Lives Hidden sin grows stronger. Confessed sin begins to lose its grip. Coleton turns to David's words after his own failure. Psalm 32:3–5 David describes the physical and emotional weight of hidden sin. His strength dried up. His bones wasted away. But everything changed once he confessed. Coleton summarizes it simply: Sin in our hands leads to death. Sin placed in God's hands is put to death. Many believers spend years trying to conquer sin through sheer determination. Jesus offers a different way. Bring it into the light. Ray Ortlund says: "We don't overcome sin by heroic willpower, but by confessing them to death." Tyler Staton compares confession to visiting a doctor. Healing begins when we're honest enough to identify what's actually wrong. Confession is not humiliation. It's the pathway to healing. Bible Passage Psalm 32:3–5 4. Jesus Teaches This Prayer Because Our Debt Cannot Be Paid Any Other Way Jesus deliberately uses the language of debt. Sin creates a debt we cannot repay. Many people instinctively believe they can balance the scales. If they simply become nicer... Serve more... Give more... Work harder... Surely God will overlook the bad. Jesus completely rejects that way of thinking. He doesn't teach us to pray: "Help me work off my sins." Instead He teaches us to ask for forgiveness because forgiveness is the only solution. We cannot erase our own debt. Only Jesus can. Coleton reminds the church that admitting this requires humility. Many people cannot admit they need mercy. But everyone who does finds more grace than they ever imagined. Pete Greig writes: "There is more grace in God than there is sin in you... Pray 'forgive us our sins'... and He'll forgive you. Just like that." This is the gospel. Our debt isn't reduced. It's erased. 5. Jesus Wants Us to Ask for Forgiveness Because God Loves Forgiving People The final point may be the most beautiful. God doesn't reluctantly forgive. He delights to forgive. Forgiveness isn't something we convince Him to do. It is something He loves to do. Coleton quotes Dane Ortlund, who reminds us that Christ finds joy when sinners come to Him for mercy. Jesus endured the cross because He delighted in making sinful people clean. Coleton uses a helpful illustration. Imagine asking a bank to forgive every debt you owe. It would seem impossible. But imagine someone had already paid every dollar you owed. Walking into the bank would suddenly become an act of confidence, not desperation. That is exactly what Jesus accomplished on the cross. Our confidence isn't in ourselves. It's in the One who already paid our debt. Ray Ortlund summarizes this beautifully: "God welcomes people who keep coming back to Him for more and more and more mercy... He isn't tired, and He isn't tired of you." Because Jesus has already paid the debt, believers can continually come before the Father with confidence, knowing forgiveness is always available. How Can We Practice This Prayer? Coleton closes by giving practical ways to make confession a regular rhythm of life. 1. Pray the Lord's Prayer exactly as Jesus taught it. "Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." 2. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal hidden sin. One of the Holy Spirit's ministries is conviction—not condemnation. Ask Him to lovingly reveal areas that need repentance, and respond with humble confession. 3. Pray Psalm 51 regularly. Allow David's prayer of repentance to become your own. 4. Pray the tax collector's prayer. "Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner." Jesus said this humble prayer resulted in the man going home justified before God. 5. Practice the Prayer of Examen. Spend time each day reflecting on God's presence, reviewing your day, confessing sin, and receiving His grace before ending the day. Final Challenge Coleton closes by reminding the church that confession is not weakness. It is evidence of confidence in the character of God. Every time believers confess their sins, they discover once again that God is even kinder than they imagined. Jesus teaches us to pray this prayer not because He wants us to dwell on our failures, but because He wants us to continually experience the riches of the Father's love, the freedom of forgiveness, and the transforming power of His grace. The Christian life is not about hiding your sin better. It is about bringing your sin into the light where God's mercy is greater than your failures every single time. Discipleship Group Questions Which of the five reasons Jesus gives us for practicing confession impacted you the most, and why? Coleton said that spiritual maturity is marked by more confession, not less. How does that challenge the way you normally think about spiritual growth? Are you more likely to hide your failures from God or run toward Him with them? What keeps you from being completely honest with Him? Jesus teaches us to pray, "Forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors." Is there someone you need to forgive? How does remembering God's forgiveness toward you help you extend forgiveness to others? Which of the five practical ways to practice confession (the Lord's Prayer, asking the Holy Spirit to reveal sin, Psalm 51, the tax collector's prayer, or the Prayer of Examen) would be most helpful for you to begin practicing this week, and why?  

The Prodigal Son reminds us that through Christ's sacrifice, we are fully accepted by God.Subscribe to daily devotions e-mails: https://wcmin.us/ddsub

TRIGGER WARNING! Many people have asked to hear more of Fred's story. In this episode, he opens up about parts of his life he doesn't often share publicly. This episode of Draw Near contains adult themes; we do not recommend listening in the presence of children. Through an honest conversation with Kara, Fred reflects on his childhood, the hardships he experienced, and the wounds throughout his early life. He shares why he often says, "I shouldn't be alive," and how there were moments when his future seemed uncertain. Yet this episode is about far more than suffering or past wounds. Looking back, Fred can now see how Christ was present even in the darkest seasons: through unexpected people, quiet moments of grace, and circumstances that helped lead him toward healing and faith. What once seemed like random events now reveal a story of God's providence and relentless pursuit. In this episode, we discuss: Fred's childhood and family experiences The challenges and wounds that marked his early years Why he says he "shouldn't be alive" The lasting impact of suffering and brokenness Where Christ was present throughout the journey How God works even when we cannot see Him The path that eventually led Fred to deeper faith and conversion Hope for anyone who feels trapped by their past Whether your story is marked by loss, pain, disappointment, or unanswered questions, this conversation is a reminder that God is never absent. He is often working in ways we cannot yet understand. As Jesus says in the Parable of the Prodigal Son (and Kara referenced in the episode): "For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found." (Luke 15:24) No wound is beyond Christ's reach. No story is beyond redemption. *Resources Mentioned * OCIA curriculum from Ascension: INVITED Webinar The Surrender Journal *Listen Next * If this episode resonates with you, consider listening to Fred's other testimony episodes, where he shares more about his conversion, his Catholic faith, and the ways God continues to work in his life today. Fred's First Testimony Episode: From Heathen to Heaven "Why are you Catholic?" Testimony For reflections, formation, and community, FOLLOW Draw Near on Social Media: @drawnearbygrace YouTube Instagram Facebook! Like our podcast? Hit that “follow” button and tell your friends. :) Click here to become a patron! We wouldn't be "Draw Near" without your support! Who are "Fred and Kara?" Find out by visiting our home page. Draw Near Theme © Fred Shellabarger & Kara Kardell

Many people carry a distorted picture of God, and that picture quietly shapes how they live, pray, and trust. Jesus told the story of the Prodigal Son to cut through every misconception and show us exactly what God is like. Through a father who runs to meet his returning son, we see that God's love is constant, unshakable, and never fails, whether we are at our best or our worst. Sin always costs more than we expect, hurts more people than we anticipate, and lasts longer than we planned. Coming back to God is not complicated, but it is honest. It requires turning back toward Him, confessing sin, humbling ourselves, and trusting His response. The story also reminds us that distance from God is not always physical. Sometimes the farthest hearts are the ones that never left the building. The real older brother in this story is Jesus Himself, who left heaven, lived a sinless life, and gave everything so that anyone who has wandered can find their way home. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube  | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website

The story commonly known as the Prodigal Son is really the story of a loving Father and two lost sons. One son ran from the Father's house in rebellion, while the other stayed close physically but drifted from the Father's heart. Through both stories, Jesus reveals a God who never stops pursuing people, whose grace outruns shame, and whose greatest desire is not simply obedience or blessings, but relationship. The hero of Luke 15 is not the prodigal son—it is the Father who continues watching, waiting, and running toward His children.

Happy Father's Day! What makes a father? Is it biology, a title, or something deeper? In this Father's Day sermon, we explore the strength, sacrifice, and faithfulness of the people who helped raise us. In this special Father's Day message, we honor fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, mentors, coaches, teachers, and all those who have helped guide and shape the next generation. We also recognize the sacrifices of single parents who faithfully carried both roles, as well as the family members, friends, and role models who stepped in when they were needed most. Through the examples of Joseph, the father of Jesus, the Prodigal Son's father, and personal reflections on the lessons passed down from one generation to the next, we explore what it means to have "The Strength to Stay." This sermon is a reminder that some of life's greatest acts of love are found in showing up, staying faithful, and being present for the people God has entrusted to us. Whether you were raised by a father, a mother, a grandparent, a mentor, or someone who stepped into that role, this message is for you.

O.S. Hawkins, Chancellor of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, explains that the parable of the prodigal son is not primarily about a rebellious child. It is about the Father, and through Him, a portrait of who God is and how He relates to us. The Father's love is tough enough to release, tender enough to receive, and wide enough to pursue even those standing outside in bitterness. True repentance is not mere remorse, regret, or reform. It is a change of mind that leads to a change of will, which leads to a change of action. Whether you have wandered far from God or are physically present but spiritually distant, the Father is not waiting with crossed arms. He is waiting with open hands, open arms, and an open heart. The story is yours to complete.

Look, I'm not going to sugarcoat it, we are doing Bollhagen's Prodigal Son interpretation again. But that's not all! There's World Cup observations! Bulk caffeine for cheap! And a special surprise at the end!!!! Third Sunday after Trinity: Micah 7:18–20, 1 Tim. 1:12–17, Luke 15:11–32

On Father's Day, Sunday, June 21st, 2026, Pastor Matt Cottrill explores of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15 and challenges us to examine the direction our feet are taking us—toward God's house or toward a far country of compromise and spiritual distance. The message unpacks the devastating reality that the far country always begins with a 'give me' mentality, where we seek God's benefits without truly desiring relationship with Him. We're reminded that sin is a terrible advertiser, showing us the party but hiding the pig pen, displaying pleasure while concealing emptiness. The transformative moment comes when we 'come to ourselves' and realize that even the lowest place in the Father's house is better than the greatest promise the world offers. The Father's response to our return isn't suspicion or coldness, but compassion—He runs toward us, embraces us in our filth, and restores our identity with a robe, ring, and shoes. Those shoes represent a critical question for every believer: where are our feet taking us? Are we walking toward holiness or drifting toward compromise? The call isn't just to feel bad about where we are, but to actually arise and walk home. True repentance means getting up and doing something about our spiritual condition, not just lamenting it. This Father's Day message extends beyond biological fathers to every person who needs to return home to the Father who is watching the road, waiting to celebrate our arrival.

In this sermon, Josh Kouri teaches that in the parable of the Prodigal Son, both the rebellious younger brother and the self-righteous older brother are lost, and that the Father's extravagant grace—ultimately revealed through Jesus, the true Older Brother—seeks, welcomes, and restores sinners who could never earn their way home.

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son's Father, we discover a love that refuses to give up. While one son ran away and the other stayed home filled with resentment, both were lost in different ways. Through the heart of the father, Jesus reveals God's patience, mercy, and desire for restoration. This message challenges us to move beyond self-protection, bitterness, and pride, and embrace the kind of love that seeks redemption over retribution. Ultimately, the Father's love reminds us that true freedom is found when we surrender our lives to Christ and allow Him to live through us.

Bill Grady Sunday Evening 6/21/26

This Sunday, Pastor David unpacked the Parable of the Prodigal Son, reminding us that God's love and forgiveness reach us long before we ever have it all together. Through Jesus' powerful story, we were invited to see the heart of a Father who runs toward His children with grace, compassion, and open arms. No matter where you are in your journey, this message is a powerful reminder of the Father's relentless love. You won't want to miss it!

Most of us know Luke 15 as the story of the Prodigal Son. But what if we've been looking at the wrong person all along?In this Father's Day message, Pastor Chris Hoyt explores one of Jesus' most beloved parables through a different lens. This isn't simply the story of a rebellious son. It's the story of a faithful Father.As Jesus responds to religious leaders who questioned why He welcomed sinners, He paints a breathtaking picture of God's heart. A Father who gives freedom instead of control. A Father who remains faithful even when His children wander. A Father who runs toward reconciliation instead of waiting with condemnation.If you've ever wondered whether you've wandered too far, made too many mistakes, or somehow disappointed God beyond repair, this message is for you.Discover the incredible truth that while the son forgot who he was, the Father never forgot whose son he was. And maybe today you'll discover that God isn't standing with crossed arms waiting to condemn you. He's watching the road, maintaining a place for reconciliation, and ready to run toward you the moment you turn toward home.Scripture: Luke 15:1-32 (NLT)

By Mark Miller - The Parable of the Prodigal Son is well known to Christians. Have you considered that not one, but both, sons in the story were lost? We dive deeper into the story to derive lessons from both of these lost sons.

Read OnlineAt the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:36As Jesus went “to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness” (Matthew 9:35), He was moved with deep compassion for the crowds. The Greek verb splagchnizomai is often translated as “moved with pity” or “moved with compassion.” It appears twelve times in the Gospels—eight times describing Jesus' own compassion and four times illustrating divine mercy in parables or related contexts (the Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, the Unforgiving Servant, and the plea of a father for his demon-possessed son). This verb conveys not just an emotional response but a profound stirring of His entire being, compelling Him to act with divine mercy—engaging His mind, will, body, and emotions.Understanding this verb is essential because it unveils the very heart of Christ's mission, where His divine mercy is fully manifest in His humanity. Though His mercy originates in His divinity, He fully lived and expressed it in His human nature, allowing it to consume Him entirely and drive Him to shepherd His people.Jesus' all-consuming compassion should profoundly console us. God does not love us out of mere divine obligation; His love is deeply personal, intimate, and relentless. He is not distant or impersonal, aloof in His perfection. In Christ, God's mercy is made visible—His human heart is stirred to action, doing everything He can to draw us closer to Himself. This is why His compassion is such a source of reassurance: He is not a distant or angry God, standing far off to condemn. Rather, He is the God who, in Christ, allows Himself to be consumed with mercy, driven by compassion, and moved to act for the salvation of each one of us.That same profound mercy continues to flow from the Sacred Heart today. In Heaven, Christ's human heart remains inseparably united to His divinity, pouring forth the love of the Father and the Holy Spirit upon the world. His compassion is made present to us through His Church, especially in the Sacraments and in the lives of saintly men and women. This same compassion must become the driving force behind all we do for the Kingdom. We are called to be His living instruments of mercy, reflecting His Sacred Heart in our actions, words, and love for others—so that each of us might be reassured of God's unfailing love.We see in today's Gospel that Jesus' compassion moved Him to send out twelve of His disciples as His Apostles, entrusting them with His divine authority to proclaim the Kingdom of God, cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, and drive out demons. They were to be His chosen instruments of mercy, reaching out to the lost sheep of the house of Israel—those in dire need of God's truth and healing grace.Today, Jesus sends each of us forth in a unique way to be a beacon of light and mercy to others. He first calls us to love those closest to us—our family and friends—not in an ordinary way, but in a radical self-giving that mirrors His own love. We must allow our whole beings to be moved with divine compassion for them, reassuring them of both our love and God's love. But our mission cannot end there. After loving our families, we must extend that same compassion to all whom God places in our lives, offering the same depth of mercy that filled Jesus' Sacred Heart long ago.Reflect today on Jesus' divine compassion from two perspectives. First, gaze at His overflowing love for you. There is no way to overestimate that love. Second, allow that love to transform you so that His mercy flows through you into the lives of others. Do not hold back the love of God—let it pour forth freely and abundantly. Let His divine compassion move your entire being so that you become a true instrument of His mercy, drawing souls to Him through the power of love and all-consuming compassion. Most loving Lord, when You gazed upon the people of Israel's troubles and abandonment, Your Sacred Heart was stirred with deep compassion. Pour forth that same compassion upon me, O Lord, and make me an instrument of Your mercy in the lives of others. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: The mosiac of Sermon on the mount in churchSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

This week, Jake and Bob are joined by Fr. John Horn, co-founder of the Institute for Priestly Formation, to continue their series on confession. They explore how the sin of pride often hides beneath the surface of our spiritual lives and can even affect the way we approach the Sacrament of Reconciliation itself. Using the parable of the Prodigal Son, they also uncover how fear, shame, and self-reliance can keep us from fully receiving the Father's love. At its core, Confession is an encounter with a Father who rejoices over His children and allowing our hearts to receive this love leads us toward deeper healing and freedom   Key Points: Zephaniah's image of God rejoicing and singing over His people reveals the Father's true posture toward repentant sinners. Many of us approach confession assuming God is disappointed in them rather than delighting in their return. St. Thomas Aquinas teaches that "whatever is received is received according to the mode of the receiver." Which means, the disposition of our hearts is connected with our ability to receive the Father's love. Self-condemnation and self-hatred can be hidden forms of pride rather than genuine humility. Many deeply rooted patterns of sin become so familiar that we mistake them for normal life instead of areas needing healing. The younger son's demand for his inheritance reflects a desire for God's gifts apart from relationship with God Himself. The younger son's return reveals how shame can continue to operate even after repentance begins. The Father's embrace, kiss, robe, ring, and feast demonstrate God's extravagant response to repentance. The older brother reveals a different form of pride expressed through resentment, self-righteousness, and comparison. Resentment often exposes deeper fears, wounds, and unmet desires hidden beneath the surface. Joy can be difficult to receive when we are attached to self-protection, control, or self-judgment. True healing involves uncovering and renouncing the lies that keep us from trusting God's love. The Holy Spirit restores our original beauty by healing the places where we have rejected ourselves and doubted God's love.   Resources: Institute for Priestly Formation Zephaniah 3:14-18   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:25 The Father Rejoices Over His Children 13:38 Disposition Changes Everything 22:42 Entering into the Prodigal Son Story 33:02 Shame and the Younger Son 39:14 The Father's Embrace and Mercy 43:33 The Older Brother's Hidden Pride   Connect with Restore the Glory:  Instagram: @restoretheglorypodcast  Twitter: @RestoreGloryPod Facebook: Restore the Glory Podcast   Never miss out on an episode by hitting the subscribe button right now! Help other people find the show and grow in holiness by sharing this podcast with them individually or on your social media. Thanks!