Pastor Daniel’s sermon, “Lost & Found: Sheep,” centered on Jesus’ parable in Luke 15:1–7 and emphasized the relentless love of God for those who are lost. He highlighted how the religious leaders grumbled that Jesus welcomed sinners, while Jesus responded with the image of a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to search for the one that wandered away. Pastor Daniel explained that the parable reveals God’s heart: every person matters deeply to Him, no matter how far they have strayed, and heaven rejoices when even one sinner repents. He challenged the congregation to recognize that all people, not just the obviously broken, are in need of grace and repentance. The sermon contrasted the compassion of the Good Shepherd with the judgmental attitude of the Pharisees, warning against becoming comfortable, self-righteous believers who care more about preserving the ninety-nine than seeking the one who is missing. Pastor Daniel encouraged listeners to join Jesus in the work of searching for the lost through compassion, forgiveness, and personal witness, reminding them that discipleship means moving toward hurting and forgotten people rather than away from them. Ultimately, the message pointed to Jesus himself as the Good Shepherd who tirelessly seeks, carries, forgives, and restores lost people with joy.
