Read the Text
Luke 15:11–32

Observation
• What choices does the younger son make?
• How does the father respond when the son returns?
• How does the older brother react?
• What themes repeat throughout the story?
Interpretation & Discussion
• Why is the father’s response so shocking in this culture?
• How do both sons misunderstand the father?
• What does this parable reveal about grace and repentance?
• Why is resentment just as dangerous as rebellion?
Application
• Which character do you relate to the most?
• Where do you struggle to receive grace?
• Where do you struggle to extend grace?
Prayer
Thank God for His mercy and restoring love.