Every believer has been or knows someone who fulfills one of the roles in the parable of the prodigal son. It is inevitable that we will meet the Prodigal Son in our walk as a Christian. Have we thoroughly delved into the parable as to understand the many facets of the prodigal's life? Or have we preconceived a notion as to only the prodigal needing ministry and restoration? An article published in Christianity Today on June 20, 2012 states, "Tragically, many teens and young adults reject Christianity in part because of the spiritual dysfunction they witnessed within their own homes." Are we prepared for the possible going out and the probable return of our prodigals?