The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith Audiobook

" A fresh new way of looking at the parable of the prodigal son as told by Jesus in the Gospels. Both sons were prodigal in their own way but the oldest son more so because of his unwillingness to forgive. "

" A quick, wonderful read. I never thought about the older, law-abiding brother in the parable of the prodigal son, and it makes so much sense that we can be just as sinful by adhering to God's laws with the wrong heart as we can by disregarding His laws and running from them. "

" If you grew up attending church the focus in parable of the Prodigal Son typically was always directed at the rebellious son who came back again. But what about the Father and the brother he left behind and the cultural backdrop that made this such a scandalous story to the 1st Century audience? You will find yourself asking in what way are you the younger or elder brother and do you truly want the Father or just His goods? "

" The best Christian book I read last year...apart from the Bible. Discussing this book with Buddhist, Hindu, Muslim, Christian and secular students has had a profound effect on all of us! "

" Good introduction to Christianity through the story of the prodigal son. Keller reminds us that there are two sons in the story, and that both sons represent important ways to deny God. By calling the parable the "prodigal son" we ignore the important lesson for the church. "

" I may have liked this more but my pastor recently gave a sermon series loosely built around the themes of the book, so it did not have the shock of the new. I've only read one other piece by Keller, but he's a very very readable author who presents an especially attractive view of the gospel. "

" A standard Keller book - readable, easily-digested, with good biblical support and a fresh view on things. Great read. "

" Overall this was a great book. It gave an interesting perspective on the parable of the prodigal son, which Keller writes is more aptly called the parable of the two lost sons. This would be a good book for a small group/book club, as there is a lot to discuss and learn from the book. "

" This book is an eye-opener! "

" Know the story of the prodigal son? Read this book and prepare to be stretched. As a long time older brother, this book changed everything. "

" Not proud to say -"I am the elder brother" -Lord , help me "

" Book caused me to think about the elder son in a new way, directing the parable to not only the known lost but those lost in their own churches. "

" Extremely good explanation of the parable of 'The Lost Brother', giving cultural background and clear illustrations. 'Prodigal' doesn't mean what most people think, this is highlighted at the start. "

" Beautiful!!! That's all I have to say. "

" Nice twist on the story of the "Prodigal Son". I never saw it from the eyes of the the God son, the one that didn't squander his inheritance but was living with a bitter heart. "

" One of the best books I've ever read!!! I couldn't put it down and I've recommended it to everyone I know. This is destined to become a book that I read again and again and again to be reminded of its simple but profound truths about the prodigal sons and the prodigal God. "

" A foundational view of the gospel will aid the church in both evangelism and every day life. "

" Gift from Vincent "

" Keller offers some unique views on the "Parable of the Prodigal Son." "

" The book hit close to home, ouch! Very good, quick study of the parable of the prodigal son. Are you an elder son?! "

" Best presentation of this parable I have ever read...will surprise you! There's a reason this parable is called "The Prodigal God" ... not, "The Prodigal Son". "

" This is an easy read and Keller gives a new and refreshing look at the prodigal of the two sons. A thought provoking book that any Christian would benefit from reading. "

" Fresh perspective on well known parable. "

" Awesome book! Read it twice in a row and then bought a copy for a friend. Very well written and in true Keller fashion, to the point. "

" Tim Keller's always amazing at exegeting the bible. Even though I'd heard his series with the same name I learned so much more about God's love for both the righteous and the unrighteous. One to read every so often... "

" Opens up the story of the "Prodigal Son" in an entirely new way. This books will help redefine how you view the "true" Elder brother. Highly recommended! "

" Growing up, I never really understood "The Parable of the Prodigal Son". Keller managed to turn this parable on its head for me. This was my introduction to Timothy Keller and after this, I would like to read everything he has done. "

" This is phenomenal. It changed how I think about God. "

" You never read the story with this much insight. Read this and then read the Bible Story about the Prodigal Son. You will see it and understand it as never before. A gifted Bible scholar and author. "

" A helpful interpretation of the parable of the prodigal son. Interesting implications for, as Keller says, why people like Jesus but not the church. "

" Great book that helped me better understand Jesus' parable of the prodigal son as (1) the story of two sons, (2) the story of our God who is exceedingly spendthrift toward us, & (3) the good news of the gospel itself. Quick yet beneficial read. "