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Henri J.M. Nouwen

“The question is not “How am I to find God?” but “How am I to let myself be found by him?”. God is not the patriarch who stays home, doesn’t move, and expects his children to come to him, apologize for their aberrant behavior, beg for forgiveness, and promise to do better. To the contrary, he leaves the house, ignoring his dignity by running toward them, pays no heed to apologies and promises of change, and brings them to the table. When I look through God’s eyes at my lost self and discover God’s joy at my coming home, then my life may become less anguished and more trusting.”

Henri J.M. Nouwen, The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming
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The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming The Return of the Prodigal Son: A Story of Homecoming by Henri J.M. Nouwen
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