: Represents a God of unconditional love and mercy. He does not wait for the son to "get his act together" before showing affection; he runs to meet him while he is still a "long way off".
: Symbolizes those who openly rebel against God's values. His request for inheritance was culturally offensive, essentially wishing his father dead. Prodigal Son
The story centers on a father and his two sons, each representing a different spiritual posture. : Represents a God of unconditional love and mercy