Lost and Found (Luke 15)
| Subject | Why does Jesus celebrate with the wrong people? |
|---|---|
| Object | Because when you find something that was lost, you rejoice |
| Big Idea | When you find something that’s lost, it’s time for a party. |
| Purpose | To thank God for finding us, and to join in the party |
If you’re going to follow Jesus:
1. You’re going to have questions
Background: Jesus invites us to follow him. Where? Among the tax collectors and sinners. Tax collectors were seen as spies for Rome, traitors, and extortioners. Sinners: at best, people who didn’t come to the Temple to worship; at worst, pickpockets, prostitutes, pimps.
2. You’ll understand why he loves lost people
If you’ve ever lost anything important, you know what it’s like: when you find it, you rejoice.
3. You’ll understand that it’s not about us; it’s about God (the running Father)
4. You’ll join in with the party
