Luke 15:3-7 And he spoke this parable to them, saying,… I. THE SINNER'S NATURAL CONDITION. 1. In want. 2. In danger. 3. Helpless. II. THE CONDUCT OF CHRIST TOWARDS THE SINNER. 1. He misses him. 2. He seeks him. 3. He finds him. 4. He bears him home. III. THE FEELING WITH WHICH THE GREAT SHEPHERD OF THE CHURCH CARRIES ON THIS BLESSED WORK. Not pity, compassion, kindness, nor yet love; but joy, and joy overflowing: joy so great that the Divine mind cannot hold it, but must call upon the whole creation to come and share its abundance. (C. Bradley, M. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: And he spake this parable unto them, saying, |
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