Lost and Found: Luke 15 Parables

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Questions and Answers

What was the teacher's main feeling before starting the class?

  • Excited
  • Indifferent
  • Relieved
  • Scared (correct)

What was the primary demographic of the students in the class?

  • Atheists
  • Muslims
  • Christians
  • Buddhists (correct)

Which song did the teacher begin with?

  • Bubbling Belief
  • I Have the Joy (correct)
  • Peace
  • Joy

What significant line was omitted from the song sheet?

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How did the teacher describe the Bible they were using to the students?

<p>Difficult to understand. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the big numbers in the Bible refer to?

<p>Chapters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which book of the Bible did the students locate first?

<p>John (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the teacher choose to use stories in their teaching?

<p>They are often used by Jesus. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What main theme does Jesus convey through the parables in Luke 15?

<p>The value of lost individuals to God (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the Pharisees and teachers of the Law towards Jesus?

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How did the student missionary in Japan initially interact with her students?

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What can be inferred about the students' previous experience with English?

<p>They learned to read English but struggled to speak it (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jesus hope to achieve by telling the parables?

<p>To portray the joy of conversion and acceptance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context did the student missionary use the stories of Luke 15?

<p>To teach English to Japanese Buddhists (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story of the lost son convey about the heavenly Father?

<p>He is forgiving and loving toward his children (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feelings did the various characters in the story of the lost son likely experience?

<p>Confusion and anxiety (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial focus of the discussion in the classroom?

<p>A parable about a father and his sons (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Miss Ogawara relate to the story being told?

<p>She compared the father in the story to a Japanese father (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotion did the narrator express when discussing the father's reunion with the son?

<p>Joy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conclusion did the narrator draw about God's nature?

<p>God wants people to know Him as their father (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which themes were portrayed in the story discussed in the classroom?

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What action did the father take upon seeing his son return?

<p>He threw a party to celebrate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the metaphor used in the parable about losing a wallet?

<p>The effort one makes to find something valuable (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What imagery did the narrator use to describe the father's behavior?

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Flashcards

Chapter

Divide a book into smaller sections.

Verse

Divide a chapter into smaller sections.

Good News for Modern Man (Bible)

A shorter version of the Bible; easier to understand for non-native speakers.

Parable

A story used to teach a moral lesson.

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Literacy

The ability to read and understand written words.

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Moral

The main message or lesson of a story.

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To grasp

To understand something complex or difficult.

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Old English text

Difficult to read and understand due to using old or unusual language.

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Compassion

The act of feeling sorry for someone else's suffering or misfortune.

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Taught

The act of talking or giving instructions to a group of people.

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Billfold

A small envelope or case used to hold money, credit cards, and other important documents.

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Flashlight

A light source that uses a battery to produce a concentrated beam of light.

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Sofa cushions

A small, soft cushion placed on furniture for comfort.

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Rejoice

The act of expressing joy or happiness, often by celebrating.

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Rejoice with me

A statement or message that expresses joy and excitement.

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What does the story of the lost coin tell you about the heavenly Father?

The story of the lost coin emphasizes God's love and care for individuals, even the smallest and seemingly insignificant.

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What does the story of the lost sheep tell you about the heavenly Father?

This story demonstrates God's relentless pursuit of those who are lost and His unwavering joy upon their return.

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What does the story of the lost son tell you about the heavenly Father?

The story of the prodigal son highlights God's unconditional love and forgiveness. He welcomes those who repent and return to Him with open arms.

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What were the thoughts and feelings of the people in the story of the lost son?

The parable of the lost son portrays a range of emotions. The prodigal son experiences remorse and longing. His brother exhibits jealousy and resentment. The father displays overwhelming joy and forgiveness.

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Why did Jesus tell the parables in Luke 15?

The parables in Luke 15 aim to illustrate the immeasurable love and welcoming nature of God.

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How do people respond to understanding God's true nature?

The parables of Luke 15 evoke a desire in people to embody God's love and compassion.

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What influence have the stories in Luke 15 had on people?

The parables in Luke 15 have transcended cultural boundaries, reaching diverse audiences and conveying God's love to the world.

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How did a student missionary use the story of the lost son in Japan?

The story of the lost son was employed by a missionary in Japan to teach English to Buddhists, demonstrating the power of these parables to transcend cultural differences.

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Study Notes

Story 26 - Lost and Found

  • This lesson is based on Luke 15.
  • The story of the lost coin, lost sheep, and lost son illustrate the Heavenly Father's compassion.
  • The parables of the lost coin, sheep, and son are used to explain how precious people are to God.
  • A missionary in Japan used the stories of Luke 15 to teach English to Japanese Buddhists.

Introducing the Heavenly Father to Japanese Buddhists

  • Japanese students in an English class.
  • Students' initial language was too fast for the missionary to understand.
  • The missionary was a college student missionary.
  • She taught English using the story of the Prodigal Son from Luke 15.
  • She taught them using a guitar, song sheets, and New Testaments.
  • Students learned about the stories, verses, and chapters of the Bible.
  • The students showed great interest in the story of the father.
  • One student noted that this kind of father was like Japanese fathers.

Parable

  • A woman loses her wallet.
  • She searches everywhere for her wallet.
  • The woman is overjoyed when she finds her wallet.
  • The joy of finding something lost in heaven is greater than the joy of having many riches on earth.
  • God needs each individual to fulfill His plan for a perfect society.

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