The Parable of the Lost Sheep
'Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, "Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep." 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.'
Reference: Luke 15:3-7
The Search for the Lost
A teacher had a classroom of students. One day, a student began skipping classes, feeling disconnected and discouraged. Instead of focusing only on the well-behaved students, the teacher sought out the lost student, showing concern and understanding. When the student finally returned, the teacher celebrated, knowing that helping the one who was struggling was just as important as caring for the others. Just as Jesus pursued the lost sheep, God never gives up on us when we stray. The rejoicing in heaven over one lost soul finding their way back is immeasurable. God’s love is unconditional and relentless, and He actively seeks out those who need Him most, even when we feel we are not worthy.