Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Luke 15:11-32

31 "His father said to him, 'Look, dear son, you have always stayed by me, and everything I have is yours. 32 We had to celebrate this happy day. For your brother was dead and has come back to life! He was lost, but now he is found!'"

I do believe that the parable of the prodigal son is one of my favorites. I have experienced this in my own life. It seems that when our children, friends, coworkers or anyone that we hold dear seems to have lost their way, we pray for their return to the Lord's open arms.

With all the worldly distractions we experience today, it is so easy for a person to lose their way and succumb to earthly pleasures. It may not be just to satisfy one's desires, but may also be to escape from the trials of life. Either way, we continue to pray for the return of the prodigals. Those of us who find peace in knowing the Lord so wholeheartedly want those who are lost to share in the peace and love that God is offering to us. During these times, we must remain vigilant in prayer and wait on the Lord. I also believe that our prayers should be just as constant and consistent for those who do follow the Lord so that they do not give in to temptation. Every new day brings yet another opportunity for us all to grow stronger and deeper in our relationship with the Lord. Thank You Lord for each new day and the mercies and love You graciously extend to us. Amen