Sermons on Prodigal Children:

Lessons About Little People And Big People Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 18, 2023

In this section of Mark, Jesus encounters mothers and their children, and then a rich, young ruler. Both encounters give Him the opportunity to teach lessons about little people and big people.

Introduction: A. One day, a 3 year-old girl named Charlotte received a certificate of achievement following her last swimming lesson. 1. When her dad came home from work that evening, her mom handed her dad the certificate and said to the little girl, “Charlotte, would you like to tell your daddy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day After The Resolutions

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2025

God the Father is, through the obedience of our faith, also our Father in Christ. How do our resolutions stand up to that relationship?

The Day after the Resolutions (Jan 2 2026) Therapists sometimes encourage their clients who are puzzled over a boyfriend or girlfriend to have a “DTR” conversation with that other person. The acronym DTR is short for “define the relationship.” One Christian described interactions with a fellow as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:22-28, Psalm 98:1-4, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Catholic

Holy Conduct Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 10, 2025

Holy conduct is the demand of God from every person who loves Jesus. Jesus can’t compromise in his standards. So he calls us to be like Him. Is it possible? Yes.

AMC 01.10.2025 Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 Theme: Holy Conduct Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Introduction: 1 Peter 1:15 (alla kata ton kalesanta humas hagion kai autoi hagioi en pase anastrophe genethete) NLT: 1 Peter 1:15 But now you must be holy in everything you do. KJV: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Homes That Are Joyful Series

Contributed by Dave Stone on Jun 19, 2013

“Why is a personal relationship with Christ the foundation for a joyful home?” It's because Christ is the source of our joy.

You may be single, but today’s message will help to point you in the right direction should you get married and have kids in the future. You may be older or widowed. These principles are ones that you can pass along to your kids and to your grandchildren. The family is under attack from all ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Home And Let The Party Begin Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 18, 2012

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.

COME HOME AND LET THE PARTY BEGIN! (Sept. 2012 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) HUMOR: Eight-year-old Nina brought her report card home from school. Her marks were good... mostly A's and a couple of B's. However, her teacher had written across the bottom: "Nina is a smart ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: *other

For Fathers Only!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 25, 2004

Learn about the important role that our fathers play in their children’s life and the best gifts that fathers can give to their children.

Matthew 7:9-11 "Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? 11 If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fathers Day 2009

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 15, 2009

Being a father today is a huge responsibility. Trying to be a Christian Dad is even harder as our children are subjected to the evil in our society. But with Gods strength and counsel you can do a great job as a father.

Fathers Day 2009 Psalm 32 While sitting in my office preparing for this sermon for Fathers Day I was hoping that it would be a thoughtful message full of wisdom, reflection and insight. All the while I could not help but wonder if the smell I was taking in from my office could be attributed to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Honoring Fathers

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 16, 2003

What children owe their fathers. What children need from their fathers.

Today, as you know, is Father’s Day. It may surprise you to learn that Father’s Day is not a Christian holiday. By that, I mean it’s not recognized as one of the special days of the Christian Year which have been celebrated by the church for centuries, such as Christmas, or Easter, or Pentecost. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Daniel Owen on Jul 25, 2003

A children’s sermon illustrating our need to be rooted and grounded in Christ.

Children’s talk: Ephesians 3:14-21 Prop: Small Oak tree in a pot. Can anyone tell me what type of plant is in this pot? (Oak). Not that long ago, this little oak was just a small seed. Can anyone tell me what the seed of an oak is called? (Acorn). There’s even a well known proverb which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Church And Excluded Fathers

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Dec 5, 2012

A Christian response to fathers being excluded from their children’s lives.

Today is fathers’ day. While I would prefer it was celebrated on the Feast of St. Joseph, the patron saint of fathers, I am grateful Amanda and Maria are making today memorable for me. To mark fathers’ day, I will be speaking about the Church and pastoral care for men, specifically those whom I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:23-24

Denomination: Anglican

Abba

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 15, 2003

He is our Father and Father means provider. This message takes a look at Romans 8:15 and the story of the Prodigal Son.

ABBA! By: Ron Crandall Rom 8:15 15 For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father. (KJV) AB (father), an element in the composition of many proper names, of which Abba is a Chaldaic form, having the sense of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Romans 8:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Important Is The One?

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 22, 2013

Search for the lost sheep; Search for the coin lost in the house; But the prodigal son must come home of his own accord.

Quotes: “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.” -Mark Twain – And that day of knowing is the day of your conversion! “I think of you as a friend. I used to think "friend" was just another word... Nothing more, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:174-176

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrate Repentance (Luke 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 22, 2025

Do we celebrate repentance or make the prodigal son feel unwelcome? Let's look at Luke 15.

Does heaven rejoice over repentant sinners? Do we welcome such people or make them feel unwelcome? Let’s look at Luke 15. What did Jesus teach the Pharisees and experts in old covenant law about sinners? All the tax collectors and sinners were gathering around Jesus to listen to him. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Son PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores recognizing our sins, seeking reconciliation with God, and experiencing restoration through repentance, as illustrated by the parable of The Prodigal Son.

Good morning, beloved. I want to invite you today to open your hearts and your Bibles to a familiar passage, a tale that resonates with each one of us. It's a story that echoes in the chambers of our hearts, a narrative that mirrors our own struggles, failures, and triumphs. It's a story that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Topics: Precious Souls

The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Mar 29, 2007

God’s love for the wayward and lost and his desire for all of his children to return to him and live as children of God.

Have you ever lost anything valuable to you before? Perhaps you have lost your keys, wallet or purse, or something even more valuable? [Prompt the congregation for items they have lost]. If you have lost something of value you know the feeling of panic. You know how desperately you search for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist