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Luke 15:11-32 (The Prodigal Son) - Universal Perspective
The parable of the prodigal son (better: "the waiting father") reveals God's scandalous grace toward sinners and challenges religious pride. The father's response—running, embracing, restoring—pictures God's heart. The elder brother's resentment mirrors the Pharisees. INTERPRETIVE NOTES: The parable is third...
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Topics & Themes
Application Points
- The father runs—God pursues
- The prodigal expected servanthood; the father gave sonship
- The elder brother was lost at home
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