RUN TO THE FATHER 1: The Son

The parable of the Prodigal Son reveals profound truths about our relationship with God. It tells of a son who demands his inheritance early, essentially wishing his father dead, then wastes everything on reckless living. At his lowest point—feeding pigs and longing to eat their food—he finally 'comes to his senses.' He acknowledges his sin without excuses and resolves to return home, not as a son but as a servant. The most crucial part is that he immediately acts on this decision, running back to his father. This story challenges us to examine where we might be wasting God's blessings in our lives and encourages us to run to our Heavenly Father rather than away from Him.