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Luke 15:28

28 But he was angry and would not go in. Therefore his father came out and pleaded with him.

Luke 15:28

28 "But he became angry and was not willing to go in; and his father came out and began pleading with him.

Luke 15:28

28 "The older brother stalked off in an angry sulk and refused to join in. His father came out and tried to talk to him, but he wouldn't listen.