Sermons on Luke 15:22:

The Father Who Finds Nemo

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 12, 2024

Nemo's father Marlin reminds us of the father in the Parable of the prodigal son who is a mirror for God our Heavenly Father.

FATHER’S DAY 2024 THE FATHER WHO FINDS NEMO LUKE 15:11-32 #FathersDay STORY SEGMENT 1 Clownfish Marlin and his wife, Coral, live happily in an anemone in the Great Barrier Reef near Australia. They are about to become parents, waiting for their many eggs to hatch. It is a happy time full of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Truth: What Must I Do To Be Saved? Acts 16:30-31 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 24, 2024

The most important question in life: "What must I do to be saved?" This question, asked by the Philippian jailer in Acts 16:30, is foundational to our faith.

Transformed by Truth: What Must I Do to Be Saved? Acts 16:30-31 Introduction: Today, we address one of the most important questions in life: "What must I do to be saved?" This question, asked by the Philippian jailer in Acts 16:30, is foundational to our faith. Our exploration will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:30, Acts 16:30-31, John 3:16, Luke 23:39-43, Acts 3:19, Luke 13:3, Luke 15:11-32, Romans 10:9-10, Acts 2:38, Acts 8:26-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Threw A Party Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of God as a bridge builder, using the parable of the prodigal son to illustrate the importance of grace and celebration in mending broken relationships.

Good morning church, so glad that you came to worship with us today. Over the last few weeks we have been in a new series called Bridge Builders. Using the Bible as our blueprint and opening our spiritual toolbox to see we have the right tools, we now look to the next step in the process. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Prodigal Son, Grace, Restoration

Sermon Series: Bridge Builders

The Heart Of Heaven (Come Close) Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction sets the stage for a series on Following Jesus, aiming to help listeners either connect with Jesus for the first time or deepen their existing relationship, using the analogy of how perspective changes with distance.

I’m excited to be kicking off this Following Jesus series. Over this series, we’re going to lean into 4 key themes found in the Bible and in the Following Jesus book. It’s our desire and goal that over the next few weeks you’d either connect with Jesus for the first time or you want to deepen your ...read more

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

Topics: Following Jesus, Spiritual Growth, Divine Perspective

Sermon Series: Following Jesus

The Enigma Of Obed Edom

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 2, 2024

The enigma of Obed Edom, who was a Gittite (a citizen of Gath), and was also a Levite. And on top of that Obed Edom means a Servant of Edom, a kingdom that was an arch enemy to Israel

Story: Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson went on a camping trip. They set up their tent and fell asleep. Some hours later, Holmes woke his faithful friend. "Watson, look up at the sky and tell me what you see." Watson replied, "I see millions of stars." "What does that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, 1 Samuel 7:1-12, 1 Chronicles 26:4-8, 1 Chronicles 15:16-24, 1 Chronicles 16:37-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Do I Really Have To Change?

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 16, 2025

Encountering God’s holiness leads us to honest confession, gracious cleansing, and a life of obedient mission.

Opening: A Question We All Know Can people really change? That question sits in the back of our minds like a song we can’t finish. It comes at two in the morning. It comes after the argument we had at dinner. It comes when the doctor says, “The test is back,” or when a child looks at us with holy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, 1 John 1:9, Luke 15:20-24, Romans 15:12, Acts 5:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God's Favor

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 19, 2025

We are not saved by rule-keeping or self-rescue but by God’s grace—grace received by faith—which alone can break sin’s dominion and lead us home.

Introduction Some of us feel far from God. Far from the person we wanted to be. Far from family. Far from our own true selves. And though we long to come home, we know that we cannot pave that road with our own effort. The Bible has a single word for the road back. That word is grace. Victor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14, Luke 15:11-24, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Chronicles 33:12-13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Lost People Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 24, 2025

Realize your value to God and repent.

Several years ago, 44-year-old Gary Matthews petitioned the court in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania to have his name legally changed to “Boomer the Dog.” In his petition, Mr. Matthews stated, “I've been known as Boomer the Dog by friends in the community for more than 20 years. I want to bring ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32, Luke 19:10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Strength Of A Father's Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

On this Father's Day, we honor all fathers and inspire them to be the best they can be through the strength of Christ. We delve into the story of the Prodigal Son, not only focusing on the son's return, but also on the unwavering faith of the father who waited.

Today, we honor fathers and trust that, through faith, we can be the best we can be with the strength of Christ. In this sermon, we will not only look at the return of the Prodigal son but also the faith of the waiting father. In Luke 15:11-31, Jesus tells a parable about a father and his two sons. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Topics: Father's Day, Faith

The Love Of Fathers: Earthly And Divine SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring the similarities between the desires of earthly fathers and our Heavenly Father.

Father’s Day Luke 15:11-32 Today, we are going to talk about Father’s Day and the role of fathers in our lives. Fathers are often seen as the providers and protectors of the family. They are different from mothers, who are known for their nurturing and healing abilities. While Mother’s Day is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Father's Day, Divine Love, Earthly Love

Finding Your Way Back To God SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Prodigals, those who rebel and step away from God's blessings, still exist today. They indulge in reckless living, ruining their lives. But when they reach total desperation and are willing to repent, God runs to meet them and welcome them home.

In this sermon, we will explore the parable of the Prodigal Son, which actually reveals the character and nature of our loving Heavenly Father. Jesus used this story to teach us about God's unconditional love and His willingness to embrace those who have strayed away from Him. It is important to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Topics: Prodigal Son, Repentance, God's Love

Finding Your Way Back Home SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Sometimes, the most detrimental thing God can do is to grant us our desires. The prodigal son's journey to a 'far country' symbolizes a place that first exists in our hearts. This journey and his eventual return home teaches us about the dangers of desire and the power of forgiveness.

Today, we will explore the parable of the Prodigal Sons, which is the third story in a series of parables told by Jesus. This parable, along with the stories of a lost coin and a missing sheep, teaches us important lessons about God's love and forgiveness. Let us dive into the story and uncover its ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Prodigal Son, Forgiveness

A Prodigal God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the story of the Prodigal Son as a testament to God's unconditional love, the power of repentance, and the grace of forgiveness.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into the beautiful story of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15. It's a story that many of us know, but every time we revisit it, we can discover new insights about God's unconditional love, the power of repentance, and the grace of forgiveness. Our theme ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Forgiveness

Silent Tears PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Illustrate God's unconditional love, the power of repentance, and the joy of reconciliation through the Parable of the Prodigal Son.

Good morning, church family! Today, we’re diving deep into one of the most well-known and beloved parables in the Bible—the Parable of the Prodigal Son. This story, found in Luke 15:11-32, isn’t just a tale of a wayward son; it’s a vivid illustration of the Father's unconditional love, the power of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Prodigal Son

Mercy At Work PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the depth of God's mercy and grace, as illustrated in the story of the Prodigal Son, emphasizing the gifts of salvation, freedom, and authority that God offers to us.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we are turning to the book of Luke, diving into a story that beautifully illustrates God's mercy, our salvation, and the freedom and authority we have in Christ. This is the story of the Prodigal Son, a story that's not just about a wayward boy but about a loving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20-24

Topics: Mercy