A Kingdom Father

A Kingdom Father 

Luke 15:21-24

Breakdown of Luke 15:11-32

1. The  of the Younger Son     Vs. 11-14

2. The  from the Younger Son       Vs. 15-21

3. The  about the Younger Son     Vs. 22-32

1. Kingdom fathers should seek to  time with their children.

(To share something between two people)

Verses 11, 12

Jesus continued: “There was a man who had two sons.  12) The younger one said to his father, ‘Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them.

2. Kingdom fathers should seek to for their children.

(To make something available)

Verses 21-23

The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ 22) “But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robeand put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. 23) Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate.

3. Kingdom fathers should seek to  with their children.

(To support or align with someone)
Verses 28-32

The older brother became angry and refused to go in So, his father went out and pleaded with him. 29) But he answered his father, ‘Look! All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. 30) But when this son of yours who has squandered your property with prostitutes comes home, you kill the fattened calf for him!’ 30) “My son,’ the father said, ‘you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. 32) But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”

Discussion Questions:
1.   How can the Holy Spirit help you become a better parent?

2.  What’s your strength in providing as a parent?

3.  How do you children view your parenting skills?