Matthew 18:12-14

12 “What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off? 13 And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off. 14 In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish. - Matthew 18:12-14

Dear Heavenly Father,

I am thankful for how Jesus showed us your heart with this little parable. You value every soul. It reminds me why you have sent people to confront and comfort me. You didn't want me to be lost in sin and guilt. Give me love and spiritual maturity to value every human being the same way. Help me see beyond my own front yard to find people who need your love and truth. Make me a protector of human hearts and lives. Give me the eyes of faith to see and rejoice when anyone comes back to you in their hearts. Finally, help me give up my desire to get what I want in every relationship so I can't seek what you want instead.

Amen

Pastor Don Patterson

Additional Reading: Luke 15