The Real Lost Son (Study Guide)
“The Real Lost Son”
Sermon Study Guide for July 14, 2019
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32
A well-known story
- The Characters
The Younger Son
The Foolish Father
The Elder Brother
2. Those Who Are Lost
An ending that isn’t an ending…
Revelation 2:1-7 - Ephesus
Luke 19:1-10 - Zacchaeus
Questions to Discuss or Ponder:
- When have you experienced “lostness”?
- Who, in your view, is the main character in this story? Why do you say that?
- Why is the younger brother’s request so offensive?
- In what way(s) does the father take unexpected actions?
- Where do you find yourself in this parable?
- Respond to the statement: “Not all who are lost wander.”
- Recall a time when you forgot your purpose. What happened? What happens when we forget our purpose as Christians?
- What one thing will you do this week to refocus on your purpose as a follower of Jesus?
Scripture for the Week:
Monday - Luke 16
Tuesday - Luke 17
Wednesday - Luke 18
Thursday - Luke 19:1-27
Friday - Luke 19:28-48
Saturday - Luke 20
In response to this Scripture, how will you live?
Prayer Prompt: For those who are lost.
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