Tag: the lost coin

Household: Theological Implications of the Parable of the Compassionate Father (Part 1)

Aug 1, 2007

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mwkruse

in Culture, History, Series: Household of God, Sociology, Theology

Kenneth Bailey lists eleven major theological implications of "The Parable of the Compassionate Father" (Luke 15:11-32) in Finding the Lost: Cultural Keys to Luke 15. (190-192) Sin. The parable exhibits two types of sin. One is the sin of the law-breaker and the other sin of the law-keeper. Each centers on a broken relationship. One…
Household: Lost Sheep, Luke 15:4-7 (Part 1)

Jul 23, 2007

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mwkruse

in Culture, History, Series: Household of God, Sociology, Theology

We have just explored the Old Testament Shepherd metaphors. It is time to back up and review what led to this parable in Luke 15. 1 Now all the tax collectors and sinners were coming near to listen to him. 2 And the Pharisees and the scribes were grumbling and saying, "This fellow welcomes sinners…