Luke 15
Jesus, in responding to the Pharisees and the teachers of the law who criticized Him for "welcom[ing] sinners and eat[ing] with them" (v2), encourages us to reach out to those in need. We must recognize that we are ALL guilty of sin (Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:8) and share this in common with everyone. It is THROUGH this common bond that we must reach out and serve those in need.
Jesus - please help me be compassionate, see the needs, and meet the needs of others.
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an amazing God who loves me and who is full of compassion, mercy and love for me. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of such love. I daily miss the mark. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
I
tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven
over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who
do not need to repent. v7
Jesus, in responding to the Pharisees and the teachers of the law who criticized Him for "welcom[ing] sinners and eat[ing] with them" (v2), encourages us to reach out to those in need. We must recognize that we are ALL guilty of sin (Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:8) and share this in common with everyone. It is THROUGH this common bond that we must reach out and serve those in need.
Jesus - please help me be compassionate, see the needs, and meet the needs of others.
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, You are an amazing God who loves me and who is full of compassion, mercy and love for me. Thank You Jesus! I am not deserving of such love. I daily miss the mark. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome and turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind and love others as You love me. Help me grow in my faith. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Lord and Savior. Please provide Godly friends and spouses to Zach and Dustin. Help me serve You, my family, my church, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
