Sermons from Christ & St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Norfolk, VA The 4th Sunday in Lent, 2025
Mar 30, 2025
Explore the transformative journey of the Prodigal Son as it's woven into a heartfelt sermon. Discover how grace and healing in relationships are vital themes, especially during the reflective season of Lent. The discussion emphasizes the significance of community support and repentance, offering listeners a chance to reflect on their own paths toward forgiveness and renewal.
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Healed Femur Story as Illustration
- A parishioner gifted a coffee mug warning they might end up in the preacher's sermon.
- The preacher found a story about a healed femur bone illustrating early human civilization, despite unclear origins, too good to pass up.
Healing Bone Symbolizes Community
- The story of a healed femur symbolizes the pivotal shift from individual survival to communal care.
- Healing bones show physical proof of deep human relationships and community health values.
Prodigal Son Parable Explored
- The parable of the prodigal son explores themes of repentance, grace, and forgiveness through three characters.
- Identifying with each character reveals aspects of our spiritual journey and challenges us toward embodying grace like the father.