(Symbolic of a son (or daughter) of God rejecting his Heavenly Father, his upbringing in the gospel and its teachings, and as a result suffered the miserable consequences of sin. The son’s request would have been seen as a rejection of his father, his home, his upbringing, and even his entire community. For a son to demand his inheritance before his father’s death (see Luke 15:12–13) would have been an enormous offense. New Testament Student Manual According to the customs of the Savior’s time, a son received his inheritance only after his father died. Heavenly Father wants all of His children to return to Him.įriend May 2017 “Jesus Taught About Heavenly Father’s Love” Jesus teaches about the lost coin, the lost sheep, and the prodigal son. John CHAPTER 11 Jesus testifies that He is the Resurrection and the Life-Mary and Martha testify of Him-He raises Lazarus from the dead-Caiaphas speaks prophetically of the death of Jesus. Luke CHAPTER 17 Jesus speaks of offenses, forgiveness, and faith-Even the faithful are unprofitable servants-Ten lepers are healed-Jesus discourses on the Second Coming. Luke CHAPTER 16 Jesus gives the parable of the unjust steward-He teaches of service and condemns divorce-He gives the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. Luke CHAPTER 15 Jesus gives the parables of the lost sheep, the piece of silver, and the prodigal son. Luke CHAPTER 14 Jesus again heals on the Sabbath-He teaches humility and gives the parable of the great supper-Those who follow Him must forsake all else. Luke CHAPTER 13 Jesus teaches, Repent or perish-He gives the parable of the barren fig tree, heals a woman on the Sabbath, and likens the kingdom of God to a mustard seed-He discusses whether few or many are saved and laments over Jerusalem. Luke CHAPTER 12 Jesus teaches, Beware of hypocrisy lay up treasures in heaven rather than on earth prepare for the coming of the Lord where much is given, much is required preaching the gospel causes division. We believe that Jesus is the Son of God.I can show my love for Heavenly Father by being grateful for my blessings.Heavenly Father wants all of His children to return to Him.
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