JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1992 Question 32

Question 32

Parables of Jesus

The parable of the prodigal son emphasizes that

  1. A.it is not good for the son and the father to quarrel
  2. B.repentance and reconciliation are important
  3. C.the father loves the second son more than the first
  4. D.the first son was jealous.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (repentance and reconciliation are important)

Explanation

The son came to himself, returned and confessed his sin, and the father welcomed him back (Luke 15:17–24): God receives sinners who repent.