No Acceptable Loss in Jesus Economy

Scripture References

• Luke 15:1-7

Introduction

The leader opened with real-life examples of “acceptable loss”–a 2% inventory shrinkage in his retail business, underperforming investments, parental advice that “goes in one ear and out the other,” errant golf shots, jokes that fall flat, and time that slips away. He asked:

1. Where do you personally allow loss?
2. At what point does a loss stop bothering you?

Group members suggested thresholds based on profit margins, emotional investment, or right intentions, but admitted the standards are usually arbitrary.

Embracing the Fathers Heart for The One

Scripture References

• Luke 15
• 2 Corinthians 5:17-18
• Romans 12
• Mark 2
• Matthew 9
• Luke 5
• 1 Peter 3:15

Introduction

• The preacher retells Jesus’ parable of the two sons (Luke 15) through a modern father’s voice, spotlighting two radically different children.
• Purpose: expose both the “rebellious prodigal” and the “rule-keeping elder brother” hearts in all of us, then reveal the welcoming, pursuing heart of the Father.
• Sermon arises from Jesus’ own context: religious leaders angry that He ate with “tax collectors and notorious sinners,” prompting the three lost-and-found stories of Luke 15.