'Runaway' Tagged Posts

Luke 15:20-24 QUICK LINKS: GOD’S LOVE MOVES TOWARD US The Reality of Tension in Love Many of us find ourselves caught between two loved ones who are in entirely different places in life. Whether it’s a child making poor choices or a friend who feels unappreciated while striving to do everything right, this tension can feel heavier than we expect. We often grapple with feelings of helplessness, wishing we could redirect their paths. This struggle teaches us that love, in…

THE BROTHER WHO STAYS | Luke 15:25–31; Ephesians 2:8-9 QUICK LINKS: UNCOVERING THE UNCONDITIONAL LOVE OF THE FATHER The Exhaustion of Striving We often find ourselves caught in a relentless cycle of trying to earn God’s love through our actions. Like the older brother, we work hard, stay faithful, and fulfill our obligations, all in the hopes of validation. But the truth is, this striving can be exhausting and damaging. It stems from a fear that tells us we must…

THE Son WHO RUNS | Luke 15:11-24 QUICK LINKS: RUN BACK TO LOVE THE ACT OF RUNNING AWAY Many of us know the feeling of wanting to escape—whether from relationships, responsibilities, or even God Himself. The younger son in Jesus’ parable represents that longing for distance, venturing to a distant country in search of freedom. But as we know from personal experience, what seems like freedom often leads to isolation. Distance doesn’t heal; it burdens. This story invites us to…