The outline focuses on the theme of finding what was lost, with each point starting with the letter 'L' to create a sense of cohesion and flow in the sermon.
The Loss [Luke 2:41-45]
- The physical loss of Jesus
- The emotional loss experienced by Mary and Joseph
- The spiritual loss of being separated from Jesus
The Search [Luke 2:46-48]
- The urgency and determination in searching for Jesus
- The places and people they sought help from
- The lessons learned during the search
The Discovery [Luke 2:49-51]
- Finding Jesus in the temple
- The joy and relief of finding what was lost
- The deeper understanding gained through the experience