In the fifth message of our series called The Lord's Prayer, Pastor Mel details what it means to forgive and be forgiven. Preaching through the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15, Mel explains how the father extended unwarranted grace and forgiveness to him. The prodigal was prepared to confess his abuses and his worthlessness when his father stopped him and readily took him back into the family with celebration. The father showed love and grace by bringing his son a robe. He gave him a ring which symbolized restoration to the family. He also gave him shoes which represented a renewed sense of meaning and purpose. God forgives us quickly and completely, so we should be ready to do the same for others who repent.
