The Best Robe
J. Dobie, D. D. Luke 15:11-32 And he said, A certain man had two sons:… I. The sinner by nature is SPIRITUALLY NAKED. Prodigal in rags. II. A SUITABLE ROBE has been graciously prepared. Not "go and prepare one," but "bring it forth." III. It is of UNPARALLELED BEAUTY AND VALUE. "The best robe." Its beauty indescribable. Its beauty never fades. Purchased for us by a great price; but no price is asked from us. An invulnerable robe; clothed in it we have nothing to fear. IV. It is brought to us and PUT UPON US BY APPOINTED AGENCY. V. It is the FATHER'S GIFT. VI. Bestowed upon none but the SINCERELY PENITENT. (J. Dobie, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he said, A certain man had two sons: WEB: He said, "A certain man had two sons.