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Why did the younger son want his inheritance early?
(He wanted independence / to live his own way)
What does the word “prodigal” mean?
(Wasteful / reckless)
Who was Jesus speaking to when He told this parable?
(Pharisees / teachers of the law / crowd listening)
Why did the younger son want his inheritance early?
(Luke)
What caused the younger son’s situation to become worse after he lost his money?
(A famine in the land)
According to 1 Corinthians 16:14, what should guide EVERYTHING we do?
(Love)
What does asking for inheritance early suggest about the son’s attitude toward his father?
(Disrespect / acting like father was already dead)
What does the father running toward his son show about his character?
(Compassion / forgiveness / eagerness to restore)
Why did the son plan a speech before returning home?
(He felt unworthy and wanted to ask to be a servant)
Why was feeding pigs especially shameful for a Jewish listener?
(Pigs were considered unclean animals)
What did the father give when the son returned?
(Robe, ring, and sandals)
What does this story teach us about God?
(He forgives and loves us unconditionally)
How is the father in the story similar to God? Give two ways.
(Forgiving, patient, compassionate, welcoming, merciful)
What does this story teach us about God?
(He forgives and loves us unconditionally)
Share one way YOU can “do everything in love” this week.