Primary Scriptures: Luke 15:11-32
In this episode, Pastor Rodney explores the famous Parable of the Lost Son (Luke 15:11-32), the final of three parables Jesus used to address the self-righteousness of the Pharisees. He highlights the younger son’s rebellious demand for his inheritance—an act of total disregard for his father—and his subsequent spiral into a "dire spiritual state" after squandering his wealth.
Rodney emphasizes the Father’s character, defined by:
The episode concludes by contrasting the Father's joy with the older son’s bitterness, warning listeners against the traps of pride, entitlement, and legalism that prevent us from celebrating God's redemptive work.
