JESUS AND THE PRODIGAL SON - Jesus Revolution - Bible Study

"But we had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found." - LUKE 15:32

In one of the Bible’s most moving stories, Jesus uses the relationship between a father and his two sons to illustrate the nature of salvation. Before the parable of the lost son, two shorter parables about the lost sheep and the lost coin contain previews or spoilers as to Jesus’ main point.

What is the invitation at the end of both parables in Luke 15:1–10?

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What hope did Jesus offer?

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What warning did Jesus offer?

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How did you rebel against God or take His love for granted?

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What happened to bring you to your senses?

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When did you go from lost to found, from spiritually dead to alive?

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How have you experienced the lavish grace of your heavenly Father?

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Remember Jesus’ purpose in telling these parables according to Luke 15:1–3. Even though the tax collectors and sinners were listening too, Jesus directed these stories at the Pharisees and scribes who were complaining that He associated with these so-called “lost” people like the younger brother.

The family of God has no entitled “sons” who look down upon a brother (or sister) as being less deserving of love, forgiveness, and the joy of being part of the family. We have a Father who sees us even when we are far off and runs toward us, full of compassion, in order to celebrate in His joy over our salvation.

To end, read and reflect on Isaiah 12:4. Pray that out of an overflow of the Father’s joy for your salvation, you would join Him in seeking lost brothers and sisters so that they, too, can experience the joy of His love.

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