Sermons on Lukas 15:16:

Bringing A Sinner To Repentance - Luke 15:11-32 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 16, 2024

Our natural response to those in sin is to either be hostile toward them or ignore the sin to avoid an uncomfortable conversation. Both are unloving. God requires us to work at bringing the person to repentance, and this message is all about the various ways to accomplish that.

Luke 15:11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Sermon # 20 - A Repentant Heart Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Oct 25, 2024

Jonah was brought to the depths and after being battered in the belly of a big fish, Jonah repented and turned back to God. Rebellion is detrimental to us and only those who repent and get back to God can fulfill His purposes for their lives.

For this study and meditation we will read, Jonah 1:17, “When Jonah fell into the sea, the LORD chose a very big fish to swallow Jonah. He was in the stomach of the fish for three days and three nights.” (ERV) When Jonah disobeyed God, and voyaged in the opposite direction to the place God bid him ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17, Jonah 2:1, Psalm 119:144, Judges 16:21, Judges 16:27, Luke 15:15-17, Luke 15:13, Proverbs 20:20-21, Judges 16:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

What Are You Holding Onto? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Recognizing the false securities in our lives and learning to hold onto Jesus as our firm and secure anchor.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk where we put our hope; the thing we hold onto when life gets tough. What I want you to walk away with is: there's only one thing we can truly rely on, and that's Jesus. Before we dive in, let me show you something. (Hold up a small, flimsy-looking anchor.) ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-23, Luke 15:11-20

Topics: False Beliefs, Emotional Security, Letting Go, Personal Growth

He Threw A Party Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Sometimes the biggest gap is between family members. God teaches us about bridge building through Jesus’ story of the prodigal son. We should offer grace to those we have broken relationships with and celebrate when those relationships are restored.

Today, we're talking about family drama. You know, those fights with your siblings or disagreements with your parents. We're going to learn from a story Jesus told about a son who messed up big time, but his dad threw a party when he came back home. We're talking about offering grace to those we've ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Compassion, Empathy

The Heart Of Heaven (Come Close) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 28, 2023

God loves us and wants to be close to us. Despite our sins and shortcomings, He invites us to come to Him for healing and restoration.

Ever played that game where you think you see your friend from across the mall, so you start waving like a maniac, only to realize it's a total stranger? Yeah, we've all been there. It's funny how things can look different from a distance, right? Well, sometimes, we treat Jesus the same way. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51, Luke 15:11-24, Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Divine Intimacy, Spiritual Connection, Divine Love, Faithful Relationship

Bad Decision #2 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 7, 2024

God always responds when we repent and return to Jesus

What to eat, what to wear, who to respond to first, what to prioritize at work — each of us makes hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions each day. Some of these choices have larger consequences than others. For starters, who we choose to surround ourselves with, where we live, who we worship, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:11-12, Micah 6:8, 2 Peter 3:9-10, Proverbs 1:28-29, Luke 15:11-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Be Transformed: The Call To Repentance And New Life - Acts 2:38 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 9, 2025

Pentecost was not merely a historical event—it was the dawn of a new era. The Holy Spirit descended, Peter preached with boldness, and hearts were pierced. The crowd, convicted, asked, “What should we do?” - Peter’s response is our focus—a divine blueprint for transformation.

Go! And Be Transformed: The Call to Repentance and New Life - Acts 2:38 Acts 2:38 (NLT): Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 3:2, Romans 6:4, Ephesians 1:13, Luke 15:11-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon: The Attributes Of God The Father

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 13, 2025

What is God really like? Some people think the most important question of life is “Do you believe in God?” But a more important question is “What kind of God do you believe in?” God is love! Really!

Sermon: The Attributes of God the Father Text: Luke 15: 11-24 “And he said, A certain man had two sons: And the younger of them said to his father, Father, give me the portion of goods that falleth to me. And he divided unto them his living. And not many days after the younger son gathered all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24, John 3:16, 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Methodist

Love Hopes All Things: Hope Floats Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 16, 2025

We need hope to keep from drowning in life, hope floats.

INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE - Today we continue on our journey together to learn how to love better. - We are working on loving better so we can learn to love other Christians better as well as those in our community. HOPE FLOATS SLIDE - One thing I know is that if you have been paying attention to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7, Luke 15:3-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prodigal Son Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 7, 2025

Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not just in Christian circles but around world. I believe that it is worth the accolades as there is so much in the story. Let us look at it now.

Title: The Prodigal Son Theme: To show the attitude we should have when 1. Receiving the Father 2. Toward prodigals Text: Luke 15:11 - 32 Introduction Turn with me if you would to Luke 15:11. I want to share with you what has considered one of the most popular short stories of all times. Not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Church Of God

The Perfect Father

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 16, 2025

In the story of the proigal son, Jesus tells us about the heart of the Father.

A Perfect Father Luke 15 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Williams 6-15-2025 Happy Father’s Day Good morning! I would like to wish you a Happy Father’s Day. In 1909, Sonora Dodd sat through in church listening to a Mother’s day sermon and wondered to herself why there wasn’t a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Three Parables, One Heart: The Father's Love

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 16, 2025

This exposition of Luke chapter 15 begins with a very personal story, highlighting how God even uses human frailty as a means to His grace.

Once upon a time, in the summertime, there was a 16-year-old young man struggling to find his way. His father held a particular secular and materialistic philosophy about life and making meaning in the world—something the young man had tried to embrace, but it ultimately left him feeling empty. ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6, Micah 6:6-8, Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Like My Dad (A Father's Day Sermon On The Prodigal Son)

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 16, 2025

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son (which is really the Parable of the Loving Father) we get a picture of how our heavenly Father loves us.

Good morning, and Happy Father’s Day! Please turn in (or turn on) your copy of God’s Word and scroll to Luke 15. While you’re turning there, I want to share some photos with you. This past Wednesday, JonWorth encouraged our students to dress like their dad. And the results were hilarious. (Show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Road Back Home Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 3, 2025

The prodigal son’s life choices left him in need of care; his benevolent father lovingly welcomed him home.

The Road Back Home Jeffery Anselmi / General Adult Turn / Repentance / Luke 15:11–24 The prodigal son’s life choices left him in need of care; his benevolent father lovingly welcomed him home. INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • Leaving home is something of a natural process of growing up. • With that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love In Action

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jul 10, 2025

Love is not just a word, it is something we choose to do. Love is action it's something we do. This message helps us learn to love like Jesus...

This message has personal real-life illustrations, feel free to use them as your own or modify them to suit your need. Illustration: The Burning Building Rescue One Time we got a call to a Structure fire, upon our arrival flames were coming out of the carport and side of the house probably about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Luke 15:11-32, John 21:15-17, Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational