Jason Hildebrand on the father of the prodigal son
According to Nouwen (The Return of the Prodigal Son), this parable of Jesus is less about the sons and all about the character of the father–his infinite compassion, unconditional love, everlasting forgiveness–all divine realities, emanating from a Father who is the creator of the universe. Yes, the father of the two sons does represent our Father in Heaven.
The Good News 