The parable of the prodigal sons is an effective example of God the Father's treatment of us and example for us. Like the Father's allowance of the son to learn his own lessons in life, the heart the father had in seeing his children restored, and his willingness to do so the moment they came back to him, so too does every father have that calling to model God's heart to their children.

1. God the Father exemplifies what an earthly father ought to be.

2. The Father allows His children the freedom to make mistakes.

3. The Father receives and fully restores anyone who comes to Him as His children.