Luke 15:6

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

And when he cometh home, he calleth together his friends and neighbours, saying unto them, Rejoice with me; for I have found my sheep which was lost.

His

For

Psalm 119:176

1 Peter 2:10

General references

Luke 19:10

Bible References

His

It is the same. I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine good people who do not need to repent.

Suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly hosts praising God, and saying:

All who love Jerusalem, be happy and rejoice with her. All who mourn for her be glad with her.

He that has the bride is the bridegroom. The friend of the bridegroom stands and listens to him. He rejoices greatly because he hears the bridegroom's voice. This fills me with joy.

You are my friends if you do the things that I command you.

When he arrived he saw the grace of God and was glad. He exhorted them all to remain true to the Lord as their only purpose of heart.

The congregation sent them on their way. They passed through Phoenicia and Samaria, declaring the conversion of the nations. They brought great joy to all the brothers.

I always offer prayer filled with joy for you,

If I am offered for the sacrifice and service of your faith, I rejoice with you all.

Therefore, my beloved brothers I long to see you. You are my joy and crown. In this way stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.

Who is our hope, or joy, or crown of exultation? Is it not you, in the presence of our Lord Jesus, at his coming?

Brothers, your faith has comforted us. In all our trouble and suffering we are encouraged.

For

I have gone astray like a lost sheep. Look for your servant for I have not forgotten your commandments.

In time past you were no people, but now you are the people of God. You had not then received, but now have received mercy (compassion) (divine kindness).

General references

The Son of man came to seek and to save that which was lost.