Step 1 - Create an account or log in to start your free trial. Originally published by NavPress in English as THE MESSAGE: The Bible in Contemporary Language copyright 2002 by Eugene Peterson. Then get a grain-fed heifer and roast it. Read verse in The Message Bible 25-27 “All this time his older son was out in the field. To manage your subscription, visit your Bible Gateway account settings. The son said, 'Look how many years I've stayed here serving you, never giving you one moment of grief, but have you ever thrown a party for me and my friends? I'm going back to my father. Bring a clean set of clothes and dress him. Luke 15:4 Long Sleeve Christian T-Shirts/Message Me Your Size! He signed on with a citizen there who assigned him to his fields to slop the pigs. And they began to have a wonderful time. Upgrade to Bible Gateway Plus, and access the NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible notes. 12-16 “So the father divided the property between them. As he approached the house, he heard the music and dancing. I found my lost coin!’ Count on it—that’s the kind of party God’s angels throw every time one lost soul turns to God.”, 11-12 Then he said, “There was once a man who had two sons. We're going to feast! He got right up and went home to his father. ", 11 Then he said, "There was once a man who had two sons. (, Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff, Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not at all pleased. 28 "The older brother stalked off in an angry sulk and refused to join in. Chapter Parallel Compare. Count on it - there's more joy in heaven over one sinner's rescued life than over ninety-nine good people in no need of rescue. The Pharisees and religion scholars were not pleased, not at all pleased. He was calling to the servants, 'Quick. 15 1 By this time a lot of men and women of doubtful reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. He searches for you. Creating an account allows you to access more features and content such as: Reading the Bible is rewarding, and these plans make it easy! "Or imagine a woman who has ten coins and loses one. 20 He got right up and went home to his father. Calling over one of the houseboys, he asked what was going on. Scripture: Luke 15:25–31. 15 1-3 By this time a lot of men and women of doubtful reputation were hanging around Jesus, listening intently. 9 And when she finds it you can be sure she'll call her friends and neighbors: 'Celebrate with me! An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the Believer's Bible Commentary and the Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV and NRSV) - is just a step away! They growled, “He takes in sinners and eats meals with them, treating them like old friends.” Their grumbling triggered this story. 17 "That brought him to his senses. His heart pounding, he ran out, embraced him, and kissed him. The son started his speech: 'Father, I've sinned against God, I've sinned before you; I don't deserve to be called your son ever again.'. 25 "All this time his older son was out in the field. Luke 15:11-32 Then he said, "There was once a man who had two sons. The younger said to his father, ‘Father, I want right now what’s coming to me.’. When the day's work was done he came in. Scripture: Luke 15:25–31. Question: "What is the meaning of the Parable of the Prodigal Son?" When the day's work was done he came in. And when she finds it you can be sure she’ll call her friends and neighbors: ‘Celebrate with me! © 2020 Christianity.com. He was so hungry he would have eaten the corncobs in the pig slop, but no one would give him any.