The Cost of Wandering: Is It Worth It?
Mar 17, 2025 • Fr Matthias Shehad
In the parable of the Prodigal Son, the emphasis is placed on the consequences of straying from God and the nature of divine forgiveness. A son who abandons his father and squanders his inheritance on indulgent living, only to return to his father in a state of repentance, welcomed with love and forgiveness. The sermon underscores the dangers of assuming that God’s mercy provides a free pass to stray.
Here it draws attention to the painful realities that accompany sin and separation from God, highlighting issues like isolation, insensitivity to morality, and irreversible life consequences. Ultimately, the message advocates for a cautious approach to living in obedience to God, urging the faithful to consider the risks associated with wandering from the path of righteousness.
Here it draws attention to the painful realities that accompany sin and separation from God, highlighting issues like isolation, insensitivity to morality, and irreversible life consequences. Ultimately, the message advocates for a cautious approach to living in obedience to God, urging the faithful to consider the risks associated with wandering from the path of righteousness.