Sermons on Lucas 15:22:

A Parable Of Two Sons

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Oct 6, 2008

In this parable Jesus is comparing the younger son to the tax collectors and sinners who came to Jesus. The elder son represented the Pharisees and religious rulers who continually found fault with the teachings of Jesus.

A Parable of Two Sons Luke 15:1-2, 11-32 “Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisaical teachers of religious law complain that Jesus was associating with such despicable people – even eating with them.” Luke 15:1-2 The Pharisees and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Greatest Story Ever Written

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Oct 14, 2008

Charles Dickens described the parable of the prodigal son as "the greatest story ever written". This sermon takes a fresh look at this familiar story.

1. THE SON’S REQUEST "Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me" (v.11) This was a shameful request. He was asking for his inheritance. Only the oldest son had the right to make this request. In effect, he was saying “I wish you were dead”. In Middle Eastern culture, such a son would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

"Dancing Lessons"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 14, 2008

Seven things that would have caused the older brother enter into the dance, if he had only known:

Title of the message: “Dancing Lessons” Introduction: What the eldest son did not know. There are seven things that the eldest brother did not know. If he had known them, instead of being outside of the house criticizing, he would have been inside the house rejoicing and dancing. 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Arms Wide Open Series

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Nov 3, 2008

Our desire to be like Christ will be measured in an arms length.

Life Wide Open…Arms Our desire to be like Christ will be measured in an arm length. Sunday Morning Sermon 11.02.08 I used three texts to look at the life of Christ -- If you would like the power point email me the title in the subject line and I will send it to you via email for free -- good luck ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prodigal Son - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 5, 2008

This is a wonderful story of repentance, forgiveness, reconciliation and redemption

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 5, 2008 Date Preached: October 29, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Part 1) Sermon Text: Luke 15:11-24 (NKJV) 11 Then He said: “A certain man had two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Getting The House Ready Part 1 Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Nov 8, 2008

In this introduction to the series "Welcome Home" Pastor Terry encourages the Church to stand ready to receive "all who will come in" to the Body of Christ.

When the Father ordered things ready for a welcome home party, one thing was left out…. Preparing emotionally. • Not told how the servants responded • No question of the brother’s response. • He began to pout • He wouldn’t come into the house • Satan wants to get us away from the rest of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Good Father

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Aug 4, 2010

Today we will look at a familiar passage of scripture commonly called the parable of the prodigal son but I feel a fitting title would be the parable of the good father. We see the selfishness of the two sons set off against the love of the good father.

Introduction Today we will be studying a fairly familar passage of scripture, familar to most of us as the parable of the prodigal son but most aptly called in my opinion the parable of the good father. Luke 15:11-12 And he said, A certain man had two sons: 12 And the younger of them said to his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Father: Reaching Into The Pockets

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 9, 2010

The waiting father reaches deep into the reservoirs of love, extending compassion to his wayward son. So we also as parents must seek not to control but to guide and then be ready for forgiveness.

I shall not soon forget the image he presented, this father of the bride. He had smiled all through the vast and elaborate preparations for the wedding; his daughter was a kind of elegant princess, he knew it, she knew it, everybody knew it – and so the princess must have a grand occasion. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Solution To Spiritual Bankruptcy

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Aug 18, 2010

Considering the economic, political, social, domestic, psychological problems of world, Jesus explained the root of their problem and offers His solution formula

THE SOLUTION FOR SPIRITUAL BANKRUPTCY Reading: Lk 15: 11-24 I. THE PROBLEMS OF THE WORLD 1. Economic Crisis (poverty) 2. Political Problem (war, corruption, injustice) 3. Social problem (Drugs, Prostitution, Gambling, Lawlessness) 4. Domestic Problem (Broken family, Rebellious ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Promoting Priestly Vocations Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 5, 2010

We must all pray for vocations to the priesthood and ministry, but we must also invite young persons to consider that vocation, and create an environment that reaches toward the transcendent in our worship.

24th Sunday in Course Supporting the Priestly Vocation What is the most important day of my life, or of yours? The most important day to each of us is the one that will determine the rest of our unending existence. It is the last day of our life. The key question we must answer at that moment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Catholic

Parable Of The Forgiving Father Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 11, 2010

This parable is commonly called the Parable of the prodigal son. But as I read the parable, nothing grips me more than the father.

Parable of the forgiving father The text This parable is commonly called the Parable of the prodigal son. But as I read the parable, nothing grips me more than the father. Therefore I would agree with some people that the parable is better known as the Parable of the forgiving father. (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian Church

The Restoration Of Father God

Contributed by Joseph Lai on Sep 18, 2010

To those who are lost and living under slavery to the power and curse of Sin, the Word is saying “Come make peace with God.” To those who do have salvation through accepting Jesus, God is saying “learn what you have been restored with and live by it.”

“But the father said to his servants, Bring forth the best robe, and put it on him; and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet...” (Luk 15:20) This is a well known parable, most Christians have either heard of it or study on it. And there is still a lot for us yet to learn and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Picture Of A Patient Father Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 19, 2010

Looking at the familiar story called the "Prodigal Son"--consider the Father

The Picture of a Patient Father Luke 15:11-24 * As I thought and prayed this week about our upcoming Revival effort & the need which I sense for a visit from the heaven through the manifest presence of the Holy Spirit, I was drawn to a familiar story in scripture. It is a story that Jesus told and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

What God Expects When We Mess Up

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 22, 2010

The believer and unbeliever alike have responsibilities when it comes to dealing with sin in their life.

WHAT GOD EXPECTS WHEN WE MESS UP? LUKE 15:11-32 INTRODUCTION Young Johnny was reared in a fine Christian home. When he was only nine years old, his father took him into his office one day and explained the gospel message of Jesus Christ to him, and young Johnny accepted Christ as his Savior. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Communion: A “humble Pie” Not “black Tie” Event Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2010

How does one prepare for Holy Communion? With a humble faith. The parable of the Prodigal Son will illustrate such a faith.

The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) held the grand opening of its hip new $88 million building in January. Were you invited to this black tie event? Neither was I. Then again I didn’t give a million dollars for the construction of the Gallery nor am I a friend of the mayor. Gallery openings are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran