Acts 5:1-42. As the early church expands we see the first case of lies, deception and subsequent church discipline. God deals harshly with Ananias and his wife to bring a healthy fear over the church. We also see the apostles once again appear before the Sanhedrin as their ministry is opposed once more.

Luke 15:11-32. In this timeless parable on the lost son, Jesus answers the accusation in the heart of the pharisees that he receieves sinners. His answer is essentially the gospel, portrayed with a loving, gracious father, who runs, who restoresm who forgives.