READ 2 SAMUEL 19:9 THROUGH 21:22; LUKE 15:1-32
People go to great lengths to find precious things they’ve lost. If their beloved pet is missing, they’ll put notices in the newspaper or on social media. If their car is stolen, they’ll call the police. If their wedding ring drops down the drain, they’ll probe through slimy muck to retrieve it.
“Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn’t she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it?” (Luke 15:8).
Our Heavenly Father has gone to vastly greater lengths to retrieve what’s most precious to Him. He sent His only Son to pay an enormous price for the sins of humanity. That made it possible for anyone who repents and receives Christ to be welcomed into God’s family.
How will lost souls hear about this good news? God doesn’t post ads on social media or in the newspaper. Instead, He implores His Church to tell everyone about His mercy. The Father will not rest until He has found what is lost—His precious children.
Prayer Suggestion: Father, help me to reach out to Your lost children and lead them safely home.
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