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The Robe. The Ring. The Sandles.

First, the finest robe.  You find that the finest robe was used only during times of celebrating such as births or festive occasions.  It is also said that it is very probable that the finest robe was actually the father’s robe.

Second is a ring for his finger.  During this time to give someone a ring was a mark of honor and dignity.  It was very likely a family signet ring a symbol of reinstatement to sonship in a well-to-do house. 

Lastly, he told them to get sandals for his feet.  During this time slaves or servants did not normally wear sandals.  The son was looking to be received back as a servant, not a son but the father was saying, “No, I won’t receive you back as a servant.  I’ll receive you only as a son.”  Even in the Old Testament sandals had to be removed to be in the presence of God, on holy ground, but under this new covenant our Father is saying, “Put on your shoes, you’re worthy to be in my presence just as you are.”

What a picture this story is of the Father’s love.  It doesn’t matter what you’ve done, it doesn’t matter how far you’ve slipped, nothing can keep you from the Father’s love.  In this story, the minute the son started moving towards the father, the father ran to the son.  If you will just take a step towards your Father, no matter what your situation, He will come running to you.  He has the finest robe, a ring for your finger, and sandals for your feet.  You don’t have to return as a beaten down servant or slave, you can return confidently as a son or a daughter!  You have a purpose in your life and your Father in Heaven is waiting to start the celebration!

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