May 16, 2015 · Read Luke 15:4-7. What does this tell us about God’s love for us? Why is it so important to understand that it was the shepherd who went looking for the lost sheep? In a world that can appear uncaring and indifferent to us, this parable reveals a startling truth: God loves us so much that He Himself will come after us, in order to bring us to ...

Aug 31, 2021 · Here are the methods that I, as a pastor and church leader, have used in reclaiming people who are lost sheep, lost coins, or lost sons (both types).

Jesus responds to the criticism by telling three lost and found stories. Rewind to verses 4-7 for the first story of the lost sheep. Though this simple story, Jesus teaches that: The shepherd locates the lost sheep at great risk to himself. Robbers, predators, and sudden cliff drops are all threats.

Oct 25, 2009 · The sheep went away because of lack of diligence. The shepherd is leaving ninety nine sheep in the fold and he is going out and finds it and puts in on his shoulder. Two Brothers and a Father One of the brothers leaves home. We know this parable.

The Parable of the Lost Sheep is recorded in Matthew 18:10-14 and Luke 15:1-7. Both writers give us a vivid description of the action the shepherd took when the sheep became lost; and both writers describe the shepherd’s joy and ensuing celebration that …

The important key that we discover in this tale of courage is that David identifies the sheep as “his father’s sheep” (v. 34) and thus we discover the motivating factor for his willingness to risk himself for the sheep—he acted like an owner because of his relational identity to his father.

Jesus told a parable about a young man who also lost something of great value. It is the story of a shepherd who discovered that one of his flock animals had gone astray. If we were to draw a parallel with our lives today it would be like losing a beloved pet.

Nov 4, 2023 · Rich in meaning are the parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin, revealing the unconditional and proactive love of Jesus.

"The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want." The very first verse of this Psalm is both a statement and a prophecy or prediction. Being in the presence of the Shepherd is the very best place for that sheep or lamb. Another way this could be said, is when I am with my shepherd, I …

Apr 24, 2022 · There is no animal so helpless and bewildered as is the sheep that has strayed away from the fold. If the wanderer is not sought for by the compassionate shepherd, it will never find its way back to the fold. The shepherd must take it …