In
yesterday’s sermon, Pastor Sam spoke on Luke 15. In discussing the chapter’s
closing parable (the story of the prodigal son and his loving father), our
pastor spent a moment talking about characters in the story who we often overlook.
“But
the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him.
Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet.’” (Luke 15:22)
In
this moment of profound joy at the return of his brother, the father’s
first-born son chose to stay outside and sulk instead of joining the
celebration. However, the father had servants around him who were capable of
carrying out his commands. The parable makes no mention of delay, back-talk, or
bitterness on the part of the servants. The prodigal son’s restoration to his
family, facilitated by these servants, was not hindered by the attitude of the older brother.
And here we are today. How
do we feel when our wanderer returns home? Do we rejoice in her return, or do
we resent her transformation? Lord, make me a servant...
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