Ever felt too far gone for God’s love—or maybe too “good” to need it? In one of Jesus’ most famous parables, the Prodigal Son, we discover that both the wild rebel and the rule-following brother are lost in their own ways. But the Father’s heart? Bigger than both.
In this message, Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., unpacks Luke 15 with humor, honesty, and hope. You’ll see how God’s grace outruns guilt, why rebellion wears different clothes, and how every believer is a living trophy of grace.
Whether you’re wandering in the “far country” or stuck in the field of self-righteousness, this sermon will remind you: the Father is running to meet you.
About the series. . .
The parables of Jesus aren’t just quaint tales—they’re divine disruptions. These simple stories carry deep truth, pulling back the curtain on the heart of God, the values of His Kingdom, and what it means to live in step with Him.
In Kingdom Stories, a new message series from Preaching Minister Gordon Dabbs, Ph.D., we’ll explore some of Jesus’ most powerful parables—stories that reveal surprising grace, upside-down values, and radical invitations to live differently. From forgiveness and faith to humility and stewardship, each parable offers a lens to see life the way God sees it.
Join us as we dive into these timeless teachings—stories that comfort, confront, and ultimately call us to walk closer with Christ.