This Week's Worship

The Lord's Search for One

Theme

Jesus came into the world with the ultimate purpose of calling individuals to Himself. His mission was not directed toward the selection of a particular nation or ethnic group alone, but toward the redemption of persons.

The true value of a human life is determined not by moral systems constructed by human society, but by God’s perspective. Human beings often establish moral frameworks and social standards to measure worth, yet the ultimate value of a person is grounded in the sovereign will of God.

Therefore, anyone who comes to Christ is regarded as precious in the sight of God and becomes a person who may be used for His purposes.

Luke 15:1-7

"Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, “This Man [a]receives sinners and eats with them.” 3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying:

4 “What man of you, having a hundred sheep, if he loses one of them, does not leave the ninety-nine in the wilderness, and go after the one which is lost until he finds it? 5 And when he has found it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing. 6 And when he comes home, he calls together his friends and neighbors, saying to them, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost!’ 7 I say to you that likewise there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine [b]just persons who need no repentance."