Sermon for Lent 4 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

Written by the Rev’d Karen Laldin
The recurring theme throughout the Lenten passages is repentance and forgiveness. As we journey toward Jerusalem it is very important that we not only hear the message that forgiveness is possible, but there is a sense of urgency that we really know what forgiveness can mean for us.

Jesus illustrates an important story with the telling of the Prodigal Son. It raises for us the important question as to which brother we identify with and why. In reality at different times in our lives it is likely that they have both represented us, but which one best represents us?

One brother is eager to experience the world, ready to give p the familiar and strike out on his own. He makes many mistakes, struggles through and finally comes to the realization that despite all that as gone wrong, despite all that he has done he can return to his father, he can go home and seek forgiveness and have a new beginning despite all that he has done wrong. The father, in this circumstance is overjoyed that the son has returned. He is eager to welcome him home and lets him know that despite all that has happened the father forgives this child and can celebrate his return.

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