Jesus Was Broken to See Pordigals Restored But is the Church Broken

Did Jesus tell the story of the Prodigal Son to comfort sinners... or to confront the religious? The answer may change the way you read Luke 15 forever. In this powerful Bible teaching, Pastor Robert Pears explores the three parables of the Lost Sheep, the Lost Coin, and the Prodigal Son, revealing God's passionate heart for those who have wandered away. More importantly, Jesus exposes the danger of a religious spirit that condemns the broken instead of celebrating their restoration. Too often, the Church expects prodigals to prove themselves before they are welcomed home. But Jesus paints a very different picture. The Father runs to embrace the repentant son, clothes him with honor, restores his identity, and celebrates his return. Heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents—shouldn't we? This message challenges every believer to ask: • Are we seeking the lost like the Good Shepherd? • Do we rejoice when prodigals return? • Have we become more like the loving Father... or the older brother? If you've ever been hurt by religion, wandered away from God, or long to see revival and restoration in the Church, this message is for you. In this teaching you'll discover: • Why Jesus associated with tax collectors and sinners • The prophetic connection between Luke 15, Ezekiel 34, and Jeremiah 23 • God's heart for restoring prodigals • The danger of the older brother's attitude • Why Heaven celebrates while religion condemns • How the Church can become a place of restoration instead of rejection • What true repentance and biblical restoration really look like God is still searching for the one lost sheep. The question is—will we join Him? 📖 Key Scriptures: • Luke 15 • Ezekiel 34 • Jeremiah 23 🙏 If this message encouraged you, please Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs to be reminded of the Father's incredible love and restoring grace. Subscribe for weekly biblical teaching, revival history, and practical discipleship that will strengthen your walk with Christ. #ProdigalSon #Luke15 #Jesus #Christian #BibleStudy #Restoration #Repentance #Revival #Faith #Church #GoodShepherd #LostSheep #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #PastorRobertPears #PureHeartMinistries To Give to Pure Heart Ministries via PayPal or credit card, please go to http://robertpears.org To join us on Facebook -   / pureheartministries1   Website- robertpears.org Become a partner with us- https://robertpears.org Check out some of our documentaries on the various heroes of faith as well as our mentoring series, where you will find insight from the Gods Generals on key subjects. Check us out on Instagram for images/ photos of God’s Generals https://www.instagram.com/ignitedforj... Be encouraged, blessed, and provoked. Warmest greetings in the Name of Jesus #FearOfFailure #OvercomingFear #SpiritualGrowth #FaithOverFear #GodsPurpose #ChristianMotivation #BreakFreeFromFear #FaithInAction #BiblicalEncouragement #StepOutInFaith