11. Does God punish unfaithfulness and disobedience to Him?

What about God’s attitude toward the sinner who repents and wants to return to God? There are many references in Scripture that describe the faithfulness and mercy of God toward the repentant sinner. For instance, the entire book of Hosea is a graphic symbol of God’s willingness to forgive, shown through the lens of Hosea’s forgiveness of his prostitute wife.JTL9 5.4

Another compelling illustration of the love of the Father for the repentant sinner is the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32). Read it and rejoice as you put yourself in that “Welcome Home” scene!JTL9 5.5