Join The Journey S4:252 Luke 15-16
Oct 21, 2025
Leonard Bagdanov, a devoted member of the Watermark community and recovery ministry leader, shares insights from the parables of Luke 15-16. He discusses how the parables reveal God's relentless pursuit of the lost and the inherent value of each individual. The conversation delves into the contrasting attitudes of the Prodigal Son and his older brother, highlighting themes of grace and forgiveness. Leonard also explores the implications of wealth and accountability from the tale of the rich man and Lazarus, emphasizing how these lessons shape our lives in light of eternity.
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Recovery Led Back To Faith
- Leonard shares that Watermark and the Ministry of Recovery brought him back into relationship with the Lord.
- He credits community for life change and encouragement to follow Christ.
God's Heart For The Lost
- Luke 15's three parables together reveal God's heart actively seeking and restoring the lost.
- This pursuit deepens our identity in Him and compels us to value others similarly.
The Older Brother Mirrors Pharisees
- The older brother symbolizes the Pharisees: externally righteous but missing the father's heart.
- His anger at grace reveals how devotion can blind us to compassion and celebration for restored sinners.