Quote by Vance Havner

If they had a social gospel in the days of the prodigal son, somebody would have given him a bed and a sandwich and he never would have gone home.

If they had a social gospel in the days of the prodigal son,

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This quote suggests that if there had been a focus on addressing social needs and providing immediate assistance in the biblical narrative of the prodigal son, the son may not have experienced the transformative journey of repentance and reconciliation with his father. It implies that in times of difficulty, people must go through their struggles and consequences to learn valuable lessons, rather than relying solely on external aid that may hinder personal growth and self-discovery.

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