Sermons on Paradise Lost:

The Parable Of The Lost Son - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 21, 2015

The parable of the lost younger son in Luke 15:11-16 teaches us about the consequences of sin.

Scripture We are studying chapter 15 in The Gospel of Luke. It is a marvelous chapter as Jesus explained the good news of salvation in the parable of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son. William Barclay says, “There is no chapter of the New Testament so well known and so dearly loved as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gifts Of The Spirit In The Church: And Diagnostics Of The Lost

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups.

I can't help but notice certain patterns in the people and groups around me. Of course people are more complex than stereotypes, but there are certain observable patterns that do emerge, and tend to be at least somewhat accurate in describing people groups. What do people think about Jesus? ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Have We Lost The Fear Of God? Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Have We Lost the Fear of God?" Luke 12:1-12 A sermon for 7/31/22 – Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “4 And I say to you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. 5 But I will show you whom you should ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12, Acts 5:3-4, Hebrews 12:5-11, Proverbs 1:7, Revelation 20:11-15, 1 Corinthians 5:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With The Lost (2a Of 3)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

Again, we will look at THE CHURCH dealing with the LOST.

Illus: Thinking of the church reminds me of the painter who was hired to paint the outside of the local church. First he waited until it was a bright sunny day to start the job. Then he went out and bought all the paint that he thought he would need, and started to get to work. All was going well ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Lost #(2b Of 6)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

This is the third message in our series of the church dealing with the lost.

One thing we all will agree on is that a church should be a place where sincere Christians have gathered for worship and to see from God’s Word how they can reach the lost. Illus: The story is told of a two thousand member Baptist church that was filled to overflowing capacity one Sunday morning. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 22, 2017

The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord Jesus. The Pharisees and scribes began to murmur, to criticize Him because of this. They were shocked that He would welcome them and even eat with them.

Jerusalem Lesson: Parables of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son (1 Peter 2:25) Luke 15:1-32 This chapter has probably got the best-loved parable that our Lord told; we call it the parable of the Prodigal Son. The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Storyteller: The Parables Of Jesus: Lost And Found

Contributed by N A on Jul 17, 2015

In the parable of the prodigal son, Jesus reveals God as Father who is extravagant in His love for us, welcoming both rebellious and religious sons to come home.

THE STORYTELLER: THE PARABLES OF JESUS #2: LOST AND FOUND OPENING: Have you ever lost something that was important to you? • I remember one time I lost my wallet and how I felt – looked everywhere for it! • There was another time we lost Austin in Walmart, and left Caleb behind ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: *other

When Death Lost It's Grip

Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 20, 2016

When it come to Jesus, the undefeated opponent called death lost it’s grip.

INTRO: 1. ILL. A little boy and his father driving down the road on a spring day when a bee flew into the window. The boy began to panic because he was deathly allergic to it’s sting. The father quickly reached out and grabbed the bee, squeezing it and releasing it letting the bee buzz again ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Came To Seek And Save The Lost

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 31, 2013

“Today salvation has come to this house...for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost” Luke 19:10.

Lk. 19:1-10 Theme: He came to seek and to save the lost Text: Is. 1:10-18; 2 Thess. 1:1-12; Luke 19:1-10 Thirty first of October was Reformation Day. On that day in 1517 Martin Luther rediscovered the truth of Scripture that salvation is by grace and not by works. This truth is clearly visible ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Parable Of The Lost Son - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 2, 2015

The analysis of the lost older son in Luke 15:25-32 teaches us about the danger of moral conformity.

Scripture For the past few weeks we have been studying chapter 15 in The Gospel of Luke. It is a marvelous chapter as Jesus explained the good news of salvation in the parable of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son. The parable of the lost son is usually called the parable of the prodigal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lost Art Of Repentance? If? Then?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 30, 2023

IF? THEN? Why do we hear so little about repentance in the church world today? The Bible calls for real Godly sorrow and a broken and contrite heart. CAN WE HEAR THE CALL TO REAL REPENTANCE FROM GOD'S WORD?

WHERE IS THE REPENTANCE? REPENT= CHANGE OF MIND, HEART AND ACTIONS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) SIDE BAR: Music is so influential on your brain and thought processes. The type of music you listen to actually has the power and ability to change your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 30:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"two Lost Sons"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2019

A sermon focusing on the elder son in the prodigal son parable.

“Two Lost Sons” Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 This is probably one of the best known parables of Jesus in the Bible. I’d say it is right up there with “The Parable of the Good Samaritan.” It is usually referred to as “The Parable of the Prodigal Son.” According to the Merriam Webster Dictionary, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: United Methodist

From Lost And Anxious To Found And Secure!

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 29, 2019

Being lost creates a strong sense of anxiety and often fear.

Weekend Message/Devotion March 31, 2019 Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 Finding a Way Home! Most of us are very familiar with today’s gospel reading which is inclusive of the parable of The Prodigal Son. One commentary that I read entitles the reading: “Lost and Found”. Because the prodigal son is such a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revivals Of A Meal, A Commander And A Lost Axe Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 31, 2021

Is God concerned with even reviving physical things in our lives?

Is God concerned with even reviving physical things in our lives? 1) Revival of a Bad Meal Does God care enough that His faithful servants eat well, to revive an unacceptable meal? A convention of the prophets met with Elisha. Stew was requested for their meal. Was it wise to collect unknown ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Restores Lost Opportunities Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025

God is able to recover wasted years and bring back missed opportunities in a greater and more glorious measure.

THE GOD WHO RESTORES LOST OPPORTUNITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.” (Joel 2:25) Supporting Texts: Job ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God