Matthew 18:11-13 For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.… I. Let us notice THE CONSOLATION in His comparing them with sheep who have gone astray. 1. It reveals to us how dear every single soul is to the Lord. 2. He misses each sheep as soon as it is lost. 3. He will leave the ninety and nine on the mountains and hunt for only one that has gone astray. 4. He rejoices over the one that is found. II. FOR WHAT DOES IT RENDER US RESPONSIBLE? 1. That we keep watch over those who are liable to go astray. 2. The shepherd-faithfulness of our Lord renders you responsible for compassion on the lost. 3. Also for active, zealous seeking and leading home all who are willing to be saved. 4. It requires us to rejoice over every one who lets himself be saved. (T. Christlieb, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost. |
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