The Lost Son Comes Home

Written by Tim Ladwig

Part of the Stories Jesus Told series

A son's return reveals a father's unconditional love and forgiveness.

4.8 Goodreads · 20 ratings

32 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

In a beautifully illustrated retelling of the prodigal son parable, a young man leaves home, seeking freedom but finds himself lost. As he returns, his father's open arms reveal a powerful lesson in love and forgiveness. Through vivid emotions—discontent, heartbreak, and jealousy—children are invited to explore the depths of God's unwavering love. Will the family find reconciliation, and can the prodigal truly come home? This story encourages meaningful discussions about forgiveness and acceptance, making it a timeless tale for all ages.

From the publisher

The parable of the prodigal son comes alive in this picture book. Realistic artwork helps children connect to the characters’ emotions: the prodigal’s discontent, the father’s heartbreak, the brother’s jealous anger, and more as the story unfolds. As children understand these emotions, they begin to grasp God’s unconditional love and forgiveness as demonstrated by the father welcoming his son home.

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