Luke 15
What was the first parable that Jesus Christ taught in Luke 15?
Parable of the lost sheep
What happened in the third parable of Luke 15?
A father had two sons. The younger son asked for his inheritance and spent it all at once (on riotous living). The older son saved it. The younger son returned asking for forgiveness and it was granted. His father beckoned his family to rejoice that the younger brother returned.
How may men with lepresy did Christ heal? How many returned to thank him?
He healed 10 men. Only 1 returned.
What is the overall theme of the parables Christ shares in Luke 12, 14-16
Don't focus on the temporal (riches), focus on the eternal.
Who does Christ raise from the dead?
His friend, Lazarus
"_______ will be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth"
Joy
How does the older son react when his brother returns?
He is jealous and angry that his family is rejoicing in the return of their son.
What did the lepers ask the Savior?
For Him to have mercy on them
What is a lesson you can learn from "the great supper" parable? (Luke 14:15-24)
Commit to spiritual matters. Don't let personal care and material wants overshadow your commitment to Christ.
In what way did Christ show compassion to Mary and Martha?
- He listened to them. -He wept with them. -He gave them an opportunity to exercise faith. -He performed a miracle.
What were the Pharisees and scribes concerned about while Christ was teaching?
That he was receiving and eating with sinners.
What do we learn from the father of the parable?
Open answer.
- He ran to his son. -He was purely joyful that his son was back. - He was quick to forgive and give his son everything he had. - He asked all to be merry for his return.
Name a truth that you can learn from the account of Luke 17?
- As we express gratitude for blessings we receive from Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, we can be made whole.
-God blesses His children through the Savior. Etc...
What is a lesson you can learn from "the foolish rich man" parable? (Luke 12:13-21)
-Our possessions are not our own they come from God. -Be grateful to God for everything we earn.
What was the first thing Christ did after Lazarus' tomb was moved?
He thanked God for hearing His prayer and creating this miracle.
What does the woman who found her one piece of silver do as soon as she finds it?
She asks her friends to rejoice with her
What do we learn from the first son (the prodigal son)?
To have faith in Jesus Christ to repent and return to Heavenly Father.
What might be the difference between being healed of leprosy and being made whole?
Open answer.
-The 9 showed faith and were healed for being obedient but the 1 had enough faith that he desired to feel God's love through his gratitude.
What is a lesson you can learn from "the unjust steward" parable? (Luke 16:1-12)
“It is impossible for them who trust in riches, to enter into the kingdom of God; but he who forsaketh the things which are of this world, it is possible with God, that he should enter in” (JST 18:27; see the Note on 18:27; the Analysis on 18:26–30).
What did Mary and Martha do to exercise faith in Jesus Christ during their trial?
- Martha testified of Christ's divinity. - Mary quickly got up when Christ called for her.
What words in the parables reveal how Heavenly Father feels about those who are lost? What do the parables suggest about how we should reach out to all of God's children?
-He loves them. -He wants them to return to Him. -We should reach out to all who are lost with compassion and mercy.
What additional counsel would you give the older son to help him rejoice in the progress or success of others?
Open answer.
-Your standing with God does not change when He shows love and forgiveness to others. -Your brother has returned to Christ and can be with us forever.
Why would Luke mention that the grateful leper was Samaritan? What does it teach you about the Savior?
Samaritans were those whose “religion was a mixture of Jewish and pagan beliefs and practices” and were often looked down on by most Jews. Christ sees the heart.
What is a lesson you can learn from "the rich man and Lazarus" parable?
- If we are covetous and do not use our earthly riches righteously, we will eventually experience suffering and regret.
What are some principles we may learn from John 11:1-7?
- Even though we are loved by Jesus Christ, we will experience trials. - Even when we are faithfully following Jesus Christ, we will still experience trials. -When we face challenges, we can seek the Lord’s help, and He will respond in His own time and in His own way.