The greatest short story ever told—The Parable of the Prodigal Son—might just as accurately be called The Parable of the Lost Sons. As the story unfolds, we discover, not only did the younger son leave home looking for freedom, but the one who stayed home also became lost. Why do we give so much attention to the sons, when it’s the Father who stands at the center of the story? His response to both sons reveals the very heart of God—one full of compassion and grace. The real question is: Are we interested in becoming like the Father?