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Yes Jesus is addressing the Pharisees and teachers of the Law. And perhaps He uses a three part parable because they did not seem to understand the short answer given in Luke 5:31-32. And about that shepherd and his sheep. Jesus asks, "Doesn't he leave the 99 in the open country and go...

Thought about this today and I completely agree with you.

The parable in Luke 15:3 to 15:32 is traditionally viewed as three parables (the lost Sheep, Lost Coin and Parable Son) But it appears from Luke 15:3, 15:8 and 15:11 that Luke 15:3 to 15:32 is actually one parable (with 3 branches). Anyone care to comment?

Yes always more to learn and discover. Thank you for your response

Given Luke 15:1-2 I'm not sure that a 3 part parable on the Godhead was what the Lord had in mind when He spoke the parable. Seems like He was intent on responding to the muttering Pharisees and teachers of the law, i.e "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." Just like in Mark...

Traditionally Luke 15:3-32 has been viewed as containing 3 parables; the lost sheep, lost coin and the prodigal son. But Luke 15:3 and Luke 15:8 and Luke 15:11 suggest that Luke 15:3-32 is actually one parable (albeit with three "vinyettes"). Any one care to comment?