What does Jesus think about empty seats in a church?

Jesus often taught using stories, called parables.  In this particular story, about the Prodigal Son, He did not explain the meaning of it.  He left it up to the listeners to figure out its meaning.

In this message, Pastor Rod doesn't tell us the meaning either.  The congregation helped decide what lessons we can learn from this parable, and the results are interesting!

Do you have talent?  We see it in the media every day, and everyone is good at something.

You've got a choice.  You can use the talents God gave you for personal gain, or you can live according to God's priorities.  It's not a meaningless choice.  The way you live on earth determines where you live forever!

(This podcast also includes Pastor Brad Russell's spur of the moment instant Mother's Day songs!)