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Prodigal Son

By Fred Hammond

2,098 views Jul 3, 2026 updated Verified editorial review

Fred Hammond's 'Prodigal Son' is a contemporary gospel song that retells the biblical parable of the prodigal son from the father's perspective. The lyrics express God's relentless love and forgiveness, inviting those who have strayed to return to His open arms. The song emphasizes that no sin is too great for God's mercy and that He eagerly awaits the return of His children. It speaks to themes of repentance, restoration, and the unconditional love of God the Father.

Lyrics Verified by Editorial Team

The loneliest place in the world is without You

Too many of my days Lord, I've tried to spend there

Searching for what I know was only found in You

I strayed so far away, I wasn't sure You were still there

But deep in my heart was a faint security

And I could almost feel Your open arms

And hear You say to me


Prodigal son, come back to my love

You are the one, that my heart seeks for

Whatever you've done, I cannot even remember

Although there are many in my house

It's still empty without my prodigal son


Have You so much mercy You would pardon me

It's so hard to believe Your love would hide my sins

And even though You take the past far away from me

Could this be a chance to have my place in You again

Speak clear to me Lord that my faith would fully mend

If this is a chance to come home

Then would You please say again


Prodigal son, come back to my love

You are the one, that my heart seeks for

Whatever you've done, I cannot even remember

Although there are many in my house

It's still empty without my prodigal son


And what makes you think, I'm no longer your Father

For nothing can separate you from My love

And each day I go out to the road where you departed

Saying maybe today my lost one will come

And in hopes of your return

I stand with open arms saying


Prodigal son, come back to my love

You are the one, that my heart seeks for

Whatever you've done, I cannot even remember

Although there are many in my house

Fulfill my joy and come to me prodigal son

[Repeat]


Please hurry home, because I love you

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