SERMON SNAPSHOT: Sunday, September 28, 2025

Dear Friends in Jesus –

Last week we engaged two parables on ‘lostness’, actually ‘lost and foundness’ as the shepherd sought, called for, and found the lamb who had strayed and a woman who refused to give up on finding a lost coin. What we saw in each was perseverance and determination, but we were also shown love, inexhaustible love. And as each found that for which they searched, they rejoiced, but, more precisely, they partied! We are shown the joy on earth and told of great joy in the heavenly realm.

This week we engage the third parable in the series. It's one of the most familiar, most beloved parables that I suggest is mis-titled and ultimately sold short. Not one of the principals is beyond reproach and we don’t have to look far to see ourselves, which proves again the gift of scripture: ancient, yet relevant right now – thank you Jesus. Who are you in the narrative? You might be surprised!

Let’s position ourselves for the grace that is promised. Invite a friend, or someone you’d like to be one. See you Sunday.

In great anticipation –