All Things New - Part 3

In this powerful exploration of God's unconditional love, we delve into the heart of the Prodigal Son parable from Luke 15. This timeless story reminds us that no matter how far we've strayed or how deeply we've fallen, our Heavenly Father is always waiting with open arms. The parable challenges our notions of worthiness and shame, showing us that God's love isn't earned but freely given. We see how the father in the story, symbolizing God, doesn't wait for his son to reach him but runs to meet him - a powerful image of grace in action. This message encourages us to confront our own 'prodigal' moments, those times when we've felt too ashamed or unworthy to return to God. It reminds us that our identity isn't found in our mistakes but in our status as beloved children of God. As we reflect on this, we're invited to let go of our shame, stop trying to earn our way back, and simply receive the lavish love and grace that's always been ours.