The Prodigal

“I want my share of the estate,” the boy blurted. Mariah and her husband exchanged quick glances.  The older brother stopped with his hand midway to his mouth.  Mariah asked, “But why?” “Because I’m leaving, that’s why,” he, said, keeping his eyes fixed on his father.

The Troubled Man

Those who fed the swine were aghast at what they had witnessed and fled to town to tell everyone what had happened.  The townspeople ran back to the place to see for themselves.