210: Parable of the Prodigal Sons: Grace, Repentance, and the Father's Heart
Jesus’ most famous parable isn’t just about a wayward younger son—it’s a masterclass in grace, repentance, and exposing the silent rebellion of the self-righteous. In this conversation, Rohan Bell and Adrian Gallagher unpack the deeper meaning behind the parable of the lost sons and what it reveals about our need for God’s extravagant mercy.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
🙌 Why both sons in the story are spiritually lost
🌀 What real repentance looks like (and what it’s not)
👣 Why the father’s actions shocked his culture
📿 How the older brother represents religious pride
📍 Why grace is the great equaliser in God’s Kingdom
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro and context: why this parable still matters
03:00 – The dangers of misreading or over-interpreting parables
06:45 – Pharisees, self-righteousness, and missing the heart of God
10:30 – The younger son’s rebellion, rock bottom, and return
16:00 – The older brother’s resentment and misunderstanding of grace
20:45 – What true repentance means and why it changes everything
🙋♂️ Reflection and Application
Have you ever related to either the younger or older son? Are there areas in your life where you’re trying to “earn” God’s love or where pride might be blocking your ability to show grace to others?
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