📖 Bible Passage (KJV) – Luke 15:8–10
⁸ Either what woman having ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find it?
⁹ And when she hath found it, she calleth her friends and her neighbours together, saying, Rejoice with me; for I have found the piece which I had lost.
¹⁰ Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.
✨ All Summed Up
In this parable, Jesus tells the story of a woman who loses one of her ten silver coins. In her search to find it, she lights a lamp, sweeps the house, and diligently looks for the coin. When she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors to rejoice with her. Jesus compares this joy to the joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. The story highlights God’s relentless pursuit of the lost and the immense joy in heaven when a lost soul is found.
⚡Key Takeaway
- God values every soul, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.
- Repentance brings great joy in heaven.
- God’s love and care are tireless in seeking the lost.
- There is a celebration in heaven for every sinner who turns back to God.
💭 Reflect & Apply
As we reflect on this parable, let us remember that God’s love is relentless and that no soul is too lost for His grace. Just like the woman searching for the lost coin, God is constantly seeking those who are far from Him. How can you respond to God’s pursuit in your own life? Have you considered the joy that your repentance brings to God? Reflect on your relationship with Him and how you might encourage others to come back to the fold.
🙌 Pray, reflect, and act! Share this parable with a friend and reflect on how it speaks to your life today.
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