One of the most endearing parables of Jesus is the story of the prodigal son. Like many others, I have identified at various times with either of the two boys.
At some points, I have felt like the long-suffering good son who wonders why seemingly hard-earned respect fails to come his way. At other moments, I have been the prodigal, who set off looking for hog heaven only to find swine hell.
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