"'I will get up and go to my father, and will say to him, "Father, I have sinned against heaven, and in your sight; I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me as one of your hired men."' Luke 15:18-19
At one time or the other, we are all guilty of straying away from the Lord in one shape, fashion or form. As with the prodigal son, we leave too soon, go too far, spend too much and stay too long. Though sometimes we err through weakness or do so unaware, other times we knowingly shake the fist of rebellion in the face of the Lord. We know full well what we are doing and either steady ourselves for any consequences that may come, or pray to that same Father that they do not.
If we are fortunate and wise, we will come to our senses and realize that being outside the will of God is nowhere to be. It is not enough to simply realize our perilous position. We must be willing to admit (confess) our wrongs, humble ourselves and return to the Father. If we do, we will find that He will run to you, embrace you, kiss you, place a ring on your finger and the finest robe on your shoulder. And at the celebration He will have for you, He will state without hesitation that, "this son of mine was dead and has come to life again; he was lost and has been found.'" Luke 15:19
[Memory verse of the week: Rom 8:38-39]
In Revival,
Lee
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