Prodigal Update
Last week I sent out a four message series on the Prodigal Son from Luke 15. Many of you will know that these messages had their origin years ago as our family struggled through our own prodigal story with our eldest daughter, Stacey. As stated in the messages, the story of the Prodigal Son has […]
The Other Son
The parable of the prodigal son contains so many practical lessons on relationships (particularly for parents) that we often forget Jesus spoke this parable in response to an accusation from the Pharisees; “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them” (Luke 15:2). The message of the prodigal son is really about our Heavenly Father who […]
El Otro Hijo
La Parábola del hijo pródigo contiene muchas lecciones prácticas en cuanto a relaciones (particularmente para los padres) que a menudo olvidamos que Jesús les dió esta parábola en respuesta a las acusaciones de los Fariseos; “Este hombre recibe a los pecadores y come con ellos” (Lucas 15:2). El mensaje del hijo pródigo es realmente acerca […]
A Long Way Off
In the last two messages, we have considered the parable of the prodigal son. We’ve seen how we must often “Love Enough to Let Go” and trust that God will continue to work in the life of a prodigal even as they walk through “Their Field of Pigs.” As the son was longing to eat […]
Mientras Estén Lejos
En los últimos dos mensajes, hemos considerado la parábola del hijo pródigo. Hemos visto como con frecuencia debemos “Amar tanto como para dejar ir” y confiar que Dios va a continuar la obra que ha comenzado en nuestros hijos pródigos aún cuando estén atravesando por su propio “Campo de Cerdos”. Mientras el hijo pródigo estaba […]
Love Enough To Let Go
In the message “Their Field of Pigs” we considered the parable of the prodigal son and were encouraged to remember that God will use every tool available (even pigs) to draw His children Home. Our highest desire for those who are lost must be to see them secure in the arms of God. Notice that […]
Amar Suficiente Para Dejarlos Ir
En el mensaje “Su Campo de Cerdos” consideramos la parábola del hijo pródigo y fuimos animados a recordar que Dios va a usar cada herramienta disponible (aún cerdos) para llevar a Sus hijos a casa. Debe de ser nuestro deseo más grande para nuestros hijos, verlos seguros en los brazos de Dios. Note que en […]
Their Field of Pigs
The parable of the prodigal son has had special meaning to our family over the years. We have witnessed nearly every aspect of this parable work itself out through the life of our eldest daughter, from the pain of her rebellion to the joy of her return. Many of you journeyed through this parable with […]
Su Campo de Cerdos
La parábola del hijo prodigo ha tenido un significado especial para nuestra familia en los últimos años. Hemos sido testigos casi de todos los aspectos de esta parábola cumplirse a través de la vida de nuestra hija, desde el dolor de su rebeldía hasta el gozo de su retorno. También he visto esto como el […]
Carry Us To Completion
A great tragedy within the Christian faith is that many who believe they are on their way to Heaven will one day find they are sadly mistaken. They have been misled into believing that Church membership, being “good,” or working extra hard will ensure Salvation; but on the day of judgment they will be cast […]
Llevarnos Hasta la Perfección
Una gran tragedia dentro de la fe Cristiana es que muchos de los que creen que están en el camino para el cielo van a darse cuenta un día que están tristemente equivocados. Ellos han sido mal informados y creen que una membresía de una iglesia, buenas obras o clases especiales les van a asegurar […]
Looking At Our Heart
After Joshua died, the nation of Israel was ruled by judges for over 300 years. During this time, the people turned to God when life became difficult, but “did evil in the eyes of the Lord” (Judges 3:7) when the difficult times passed. Finally, they cried out for a king: “We want a king to […]