Scripture (referenced): Luke 15:11–32

Scripture (inferred): Romans 8:15; 1 John 3:1; Ephesians 1:5; Isaiah 30:18

Themes: sonship unchanged by behavior; repentance as awakening to goodness; identity versus self-perception; grace over self-effort; the Father’s pursuit and restoration; religious striving versus relational belonging.

Keywords: prodigal son, sonship, identity, awakening, grace, Father’s goodness, repentance, belonging