His first response was that of compassion, not punishment or revenge. The father ran to his wayward son and, not waiting for words, threw his arms around him in a welcoming embrace. Sin is relational and so is grace. Grace is greater than all our sin. The way home begins with a step toward God, and He will help close the distance quickly. The son began the speech he had previously rehearsed. He faced his father, confessed his sin, and accepted responsibility by saying, “I have sinned” (15:21). He