:It's the same as the story of the [[prodigal son]]. The prodigal rejected his father in favor of making his own way. In both Judaism and [[Christianity]], the prodigal is welcomed back. In fact, the [[gentile]] Christian church adopted the Jewish theological notions of redemption, forgiveness, and restoration. The Jews had it first. [[User:RobSmith|RobS]]<sup>[[User talk:RobSmith|Abnormal is fine. Stupid isn't.]]</sup> 13:06, April 30, 2026 (EDT) | :It's the same as the story of the [[prodigal son]]. The prodigal rejected his father in favor of making his own way. In both Judaism and [[Christianity]], the prodigal is welcomed back. In fact, the [[gentile]] Christian church adopted the Jewish theological notions of redemption, forgiveness, and restoration. The Jews had it first. [[User:RobSmith|RobS]]<sup>[[User talk:RobSmith|Abnormal is fine. Stupid isn't.]]</sup> 13:06, April 30, 2026 (EDT) |