Luke 15:1 - 3, 11b - 32
We are told that we are to rejoice in the Lord. Yet how often is it that in our Christian lives aren't times of rejoicing. Like the younger son, we might be mired in sin, know that it is wrong, but find no way back to the father. Or like the older son, our relationship with the church is one of hard work, tireless effort and resentment. In the midst of this might be times of joy and experiences of the overwhelming love of God, but this too often pass away.
Jesus offers us an invitation into the party. Whether we are an older or younger brother, the opportunity is there for us to experience the gracious, overwhelming love and grace of God. God wills and wants us to be sharing in the party. What is it that you need to do, to enter the party? How do you need to come to your senses, how do you need to lay down your burden of work and just accept all that God has to offer?
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