Prodigal (Study Guide)
“Prodigal”
Sermon Study Guide for July 14, 2024
Scripture: Luke 15:11-32
A lawyer and a yellow truck…
1. Parables of Lostness
pig pods…
“came to his senses”
2. Prodigal
son…
father…
repentance
3. The Elder Brother
_____________________ the good news!
Questions to Discuss or Ponder:
- When you think of home, what emotions and reactions come to mind?
- Have you ever been in a situation similar to the younger son, where you would even be willing to eat the pig’s pods? What happened?
- How do you understand the nature of a “prodigal”? Who have you known who showed a true prodigal character (as accurately defined)?
- In what ways is God “prodigal”?
- What has been your experience of repentance? Share about a time you found yourself running to the Father.
- Where do you find yourself in this story? With which person do you most relate? Why?
- Why does the father say he “had” to celebrate?
- Do you need to come home? How will you respond to God this week?
Scripture for the Week:
Monday - Isaiah 61:1-11
Tuesday - Luke 4:14-29
Wednesday - Romans 10:1-17
Thursday - 1 John 1:5-2:2
Friday - John 4:1-26
Saturday - John 4:27-42
In response to this Scripture, how will you live?
Prayer Prompt: Celebrate the good news!
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