The Prodigal God

I am in the midst of reading Timothy Keller's book, The Prodigal God.   The subtitle is "Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith."

Though I have not completed the book, I want to suggest it is well worth reading.  Keller takes the parable of the prodigal son and opens up a variety of avenues for understanding the character of God, the implications of a father with TWO sons (since we have tended to spend most of our time on Son #1 who obviously is rebellious) and our need for a grace that is life changing, a grace that is given to both sons even before they've had a chance to clean up their lives.

Keller's perspective on the elder, "obedient" son is especially insightful for those of us who would maintain our love and devotion, our obedience and faithfulness should count for something with God.

As I continue to read and reflect on Keller's insights, I am hopeful that this journey will assist me to recover
a heart of faith that is rooted in the prodigal (extravagant, over the top) grace that only God can supply.
If you are encouraged to read Keller's book, may the journey for a rediscovered heart of faith be your's, too.

Grace for the journey,
Ben