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In response to JohnnyM: This made me think of the parable of the prodigal son. I wonder ... if this son had died while out squandering his inheritance, what would have been his final destination? But he did return and repent for his sins. His father accepted him home again and yadda yadda yadda ... we all know the rest of this one.

First of all, if the son had died while squandering his inheritance, would that have made him lose his sonship? I mean he still would have been his father's son.

Secondly, I have always been taught that it is "dangerous" to try to get more out of a parable than what is there. The parables were told to present one biblical truth. This one was given to illustrate the fact that God would restore our fellowship with Him no matter where we find ourselves as long as we repent and return to Him. (That's fellowship, not salvation)

-ksen

Thanks for your responses. Unfortunately, my time is up today. I have to go home and tend to a sick wife and child. I'll check back in tomorrow, God willing.

Have a great day, everyone!

First of all, if the son had died while squandering his inheritance, would that have made him lose his sonship? I mean he still would have been his father's son.

Agreed. No, he would not lose his "sonship" but his inheritance was gone.

If we die while squandering our inheritance (eternal life), where would that leave us? We are still children of God, but would we then lose our inheritance? Yes, unless ... like the prodigal son ... we confess, repent and turn back to a life in Him.