“But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and felt compassion, and ran and embraced him and kissed him.” Lk15.20 ESV
These words of Jesus reveal something to us about God’s attitude toward His wayward children. He is said to be a Father, waiting patiently for His wandering son to return home. His eyes constantly scan the horizon always looking for the son’s return. And, when He sees His son coming back, though he is still far away, the Father “runs” to him. He doesn’t wait on the porch until the son arrives. He doesn’t wait for words of apology or make His son grovel before Him and beg forgiveness. He runs to his returning son.
God has no pride in being right nor does He gloat over our failures and the misery we have brought on ourselves. He has no desire to rub it in and say with vengeance, “I told you so!” He “runs” to us! He hastens to embraces us with kindness and lavish us with His kisses. He dresses us in the finest robe and places the royal ring on our hand. He rejoices and celebrates our return. Even now, Father scans the horizon and is wearing His running shoes. 6/11/2008 ts
Just me trying to be honest with God.
