Fr. Bob’s 4th Sunday of Lent homily…
4th Sunday of Lent C
What is it about the Prodigal Son that makes it so beloved? Sure, we want to hear a story of forgiveness and mercy and know that we can always come home again. But other stories share these same traits. I think we are attracted to the distinct characters in this perfect parable. We feel we know the forgiving Father, the older brother and of course, the younger, prodigal son. We identify with them, we root for them and defend our favorites.
I more admire the forgiving Father than identify with him. I am not sure I would choose to be him for his is a difficult path. We should all want his patience, mercy, generosity, and compassion even if in the back of our minds perhaps we think he might be a little naïve, or weak or even enabling. Yet, who would not want…
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