Luke 15:18-19

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Luke 15:18-19

18I will get up and go back to my father and say to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you.
19I am no longer worthy to be called your son. Make me like one of your hired servants.”’
— Luke 15:18-19

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