October 2: Zechariah 13-14; Psalm 147; Luke 15

Scripture: Luke 15:6 … ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’

Luke 15:9 … ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’

Luke 15:24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate….28 “The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him….32 But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”

Observation: In each of the three stories in this chapter something was lost which was later found which resulted in celebration.

Application: I have so much for which to celebrate, for I was the lost son who was “found.” Not only does my Heavenly Father rejoice over me, He allows me to be a part of the party. And He goes the extra mile to make sure I, now as an older brother who should be helping plan the party, can be a part of the celebration when others come home. The music at the party may be designed around a younger generation’s taste, but the Father still wants me to be a part of the celebration. When I understand how much the Father loves this new generation, I can rejoice that they are worshipping Him too!!!

Prayer: Lord, I always have cause for rejoicing! J Amen.

Pastor Leon
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