Hedonistic
pursuit of pleasure
What did the father in the parable do when the younger son asked for his inheritance?
He gave it to him.
Who does the Father in the parable represent?
A merciful God
Who was Jesus teaching the parables to?
Tax collectors and sinners
How many disciples did Jesus choose?
12
Repentance
turning away from your sins and toward God
What happened to the prodigal son after he left home?
He spent all his money and had to work feeding the pigs.
Why was it okay or why was it not okay for the younger brother to ask for their inheritance?
Asking for an inheritance before your father passes is disrespectful because its treating your family member like they are already dead.
What does the parable of the prodigal son teach us about God?
It tells us that God delights in welcoming repentant sinners to Himself.
Who was the first King of Israel?
Saul
withholding punishment that is deserved
How did the older son feel when his brother returned?
He was angry; he felt that he deserved the blessings instead of his brother.
What do the three parables in Luke 15 have in common?
Merciful God and rejoicing when a sinner is found.
How many brothers did Joseph have?
11 brothers
Forgiveness
is the act of pardoning someone's offense
Where did he discover that a hedonistic worldview led?
He ended up filthy, starving, and full of remorse.
Why was it "culturally inappropriate" for the father to run to the son?
Older men weren't supposed to show their legs.
What are the three parables found in Luke 15?
- parable of the prodigal son
- the parable of the lost sheep
- the parable of the lost coin
How many books are in the Bible?
66 Books
Remorse
deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed; a God given feeling to keep you from doing the sin
What did the prodigal son plan to ask his father to do when he returned?
He decided to acknowledge his sin; he decided to ask his father to treat him as a hired servant.
What did the father do when he saw his son coming from a long way off?
He ran to him, embraced him, and kissed him.
Who was telling the stories about the parables?
Jesus
What book in the Bible did David kill Goliath?
1 Samuel