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The Lost Coin
Jesus through the parable found in Luke 15:8-10, we read of the captivating story of the lost coin. Have you ever lost something so valuable and precious to you that you become full of panic and desperation. We can all relate to that sense of urgency and longing to recover what is dear to us.
We can read in verse 8 that even though the lady had nine coins in her possession, it was that one lost coin that became a priority to find. The same applies to Jesus. He values every soul and just like the lost coin, if but one soul is lost, there is an urgency to find that soul which is lost and bring it back into His loving arms. Jesus teaches us that every soul is precious to God. No matter how lost, broken, or insignificant we may feel, we possess immeasurable worth in the eyes of our Heavenly Father.
In the parable, we read how the woman’s unwavering determination as she lights a lamp, sweeps the house, and searches carefully until she finally finds the lost coin. In Verse 9 it tells us, “And when she finds it…” These words signify the woman’s relentless pursuit and her ultimate success in locating the precious coin. Her diligence and attention to detail shows us her unwavering commitment to recover what was missing. Just as the woman searched diligently, our Savior, Jesus Christ, displays the same unwavering determination in searching for each lost soul. With boundless love and compassion, He pursues us relentlessly, leaving no aspect of our lives untouched until we are found and restored.
On down in verse 9, Upon finding the lost coin, the woman can’t contain her joy. She gathers her friends and neighbors, exclaiming, “Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin!” She can’t wait to share the overwhelming joy with those around her.
In verse 10 the scripture tells us of a profound truth: not only do we experience earthly celebration when the lost is found, but there is even greater rejoicing in the heavenly realms and it says, Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.
Our Heavenly Father rejoices in our repentance and returns to Him. We are human and we make mistakes, but our Heavenly Father will always be there waiting for our return to him. Let us cherish the preciousness of every soul, celebrate the diligent search of our Savior, and strive to bring the light of God’s love to those still lost.
Today I ask you, if you have found yourself lost and are without Christ, return to him so that which was once lost will be found again, in the safe arms of Jesus Christ.
Robby Cable
Providence Church of Christ
