Parables are earthly stories with a heavenly meaning. After teaching one such parable, Jesus said, “He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” The publicans and sinners gathered to listen. But the Pharisees and scribes murmured about Jesus receiving such people. Yet, scripture says, "I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine just persons who need no repentance. Today, we will hear a parable that tells about the extravagant love of our heavenly Father. Let’s join Pastor John now as he teaches from the 15th chapter of Luke with the message The Prodigal Father…