Restored in the Father’s Embrace

A sermon from the fourth Sunday of Lent looking at the parable of the prodigal son. Deacon J.D. Meeder walks us through the cultural implications of such a story and the radical message of restoration and deep love of the Father for his lost son’s return.

Scripture Readings: Luke 15:11-32

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Rev. Dcn. JD Meeder

JD serves as the Director of Next Generation Ministries & the Greensboro Fellows Program. He was ordained as a deacon on January 19, 2025.

Before joining Redeemer staff, JD served in leadership roles with multiple ministries and non-profits, and most recently as Partnerships Director with Water Mission. He is a graduate of Clemson, where he participated in Young Life. JD is passionate about seeing people step into the fullness that the Lord has in every area of their life.

The Meeder family recently moved to Greensboro from the low country of South Carolina, and have fallen in love with the Triad. You can often find him outside running, biking, reading, playing with their golden retriever, and cheering on the Clemson Tigers.

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