In the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32), a son who squanders his wealth returns home, expecting rejection, but is welcomed with love and grace by his father. This story challenges our harsh self-judgment, showing that mistakes are part of life, and we don’t need to be perfect to be worthy of love. Embracing failure as part of growth frees us to take risks, learn, and live authentically, knowing we are loved no matter what. Fear of failure often holds us back, but grace allows us to move forward, make mistakes, and grow without judgment.