Henri J. M. Nouwen writes of his admiration and exploration of Rembrandt’s painting “The Return of the Prodigal Son.” The reader follows Nouwen’s spiritual journey as he reflects on the powerful Gospel story that inspired Rembrandt’s painting. Nouwen explores the younger son’s return, the elder son’s resentment, and the father’s empathy, all under the banner of the rebuilding of sonship. Nouwen’s book allows readers to grow in their faith and Spiritual discipline through his compelling insights on the parable of the prodigal son.