Matthew 18: 12 “What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off?"
Jesus has talked about the children. He says that woe will come to any who cause a child to lose faith. Then he tells about the lost sheep, and he concludes by saying that the shepherd will rejoice more for the one that returns than for the 99 who remained.
I'm sitting here hoping my wayward dog returns home. He hasn't run away in months. I had thought him trained, but I turned my back and he disappeared. It's been nearly 2 hours. I have sat outside to watch for him, but I haven't gotten a glimpse of him. I know that I will rejoice when he returns, but I will also be more cautious next time I take him out. How we must hurt God when we stray. I'm hurting for my pup right now.
Prayer: First, please send Rocky home. His pack is waiting. And I will add a prayer for all Your pack who have wandered off as well. Help them to feel Your presence, and let them know the joy You will feel once they return.
Amen
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