The story of The Prodigal
Son is one parable that we all can relate to in so many different ways. Each one of us can relate to f the characters
in the story at various moments in our lives. We have all had our share of making bad
decisions and coming back to our families, friends and our God to seek
forgiveness and reconciliation. The younger
son certainly experienced this in a most dramatic way. Having squandered his money he returned home
planning on begging for forgiveness and found himself welcomed home with wide
open arms.
We can also identify with other sibling. Having worked, obeyed and done “everything right”
we are faced with accepting one who has not.
This is a difficult reality even in the best of situations. We are called to be open, to forgive and to
show compassion. Sometimes it is easier
to just hold a grudge.
Finally, we can relate to the parent who forgives and welcomes
back the repentant child. This is where
we can see the merciful love of God in action.
We all need to remember the importance of offering forgiveness,
welcoming back one who has harmed us just as our God is always there to welcome
us home with open arms.
Pat Schifini, OSU
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