10. Two Sons, Two Debtors and another Two Sons (1983)

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Oct 28, 2024

Explore the powerful themes of loss and redemption through engaging biblical parables. Discover the contrasts between words and actions in faith, as highlighted by the story of the two sons. Unpack the transformative journey of Zacchaeus and the complex dynamics of the prodigal son's family. Delve into profound lessons of grace and forgiveness through poignant encounters, and learn how recognizing our shortcomings deepens our relationship with God. This heartfelt discussion emphasizes the joy and freedom found in returning to divine love.

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INSIGHT

Those Who Cannot Be Saved

Some people cannot be saved because they've never felt lost or reached their wit's end.
They haven't experienced failure or the need for God's intervention.

INSIGHT

The Illusion of Self-Sufficiency

Some individuals have never experienced hardship, leading them to a false sense of self-sufficiency.
They see religion as a 'good thing', but may not genuinely understand their need for God.

ANECDOTE

Misguided Zeal

Some religious individuals become 'God's helpers' but may act out of misplaced zeal.
Like those who crucified Jesus, they can be sincere yet deeply misguided.

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Two Sons (Matt. 21:28-32), Two Debtors (Luke 7:36-50) and another Two Sons (Luke 15:11-32).

Parables: The Parable of the Two Sons, The Prodigal Son, and stories of two debtors.

Presented at Harbor Church, Los Angeles, California
April 17, 1983

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32; Luke 7:36-50; Matthew 21:28-32

In this episode we study two parables and two true stories about people who have been lost and then found their way back to God.

1. The Parable of the Two Sons who said one thing but did another.

2. The story of Zacchaeus

3. The Parable of the Prodigal Son

4. The story of the woman who washed Jesus’ feet at Simon’s house

In each case, the pharisees were on the scene. Jesus was trying to help them understand the ways we can be lost, and how ready God is to forgive and receive each of us when we come back to him.

This is the seventh session of a 12-part series Dallas called “The Parabolic Teaching About Christ’s Kingdom by Christ Himself.” This series is the foundation for Dallas’s book, The Scandal of the Kingdom, published October 15, 2024. Learn more about the book at

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