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Église du Nazaréen de la Nouvelle Naissance de Brooklyn, New York Newborn Church of the Nazarene of Brooklyn (NCNB) Luc 15:3-7/ Quand un pécheur se repent Dieu est content. /Pasteur Dorr Jean, Aumônier, Professeur de Mathématiques/Le Culte d’adoration/Le Dimanche 27 July 2025. 2nd Vice President and Recording Secretary of HECA, Haitian Evangelical Clergy Association Luke 15:3-7/ When a sinner repents, God is pleased./Dr. Dorr Jean, Pastor, Chaplain, and Professor of Mathematics/ Sunday Worship/Sunday, July 13, 2025. 2nd Vice President and Recording Secretary of HECA, Haitian Evangelical Clergy Association Luke 15:3-7 -New International Version 3 Then J....4 Suppose...5 And...6 and goes..7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent. Who wrote the book of Luke? Author: The author of the Gospel of Luke is not identified. It is evident from Luke 1:1–4 and Acts 1:1–3 that the same author authored both books, addressing both to "most excellent Theophilus," who may have been a Roman official. Acts and Luke are credited to Luke, a physician and close friend of the apostle Paul, according to a long-standing tradition that dates back to the early days of the church (Colossians 4:14; 2 Timothy 4:11). Writing Date: The Gospel of Luke was most likely composed in the years 58–65 A.D. Purpose of Writing: The goal of writing this book is to disclose the Lord Jesus Christ and all He "began to do and to teach until the day he was taken up to heaven," just like the goals of the other two synoptic gospels, Matthew and Mark (Acts 1:1-2). The Great Physician's ministry to and compassion for Gentiles, Samaritans, women, children, tax collectors, sinners, and other groups considered outcasts in Israel are highlighted in Luke's account of His life. Repentance, which in the scriptures has a larger meaning but literally means a change of mind, is emphasized in John's message. To engage with God's creation, one must prepare their heart, mind, and attitude via repentance. It may also include reconsidering the rules and institutions that God denounces as oppressive and allowing God to come to the aid of the wounded. SUMMARY What can we learn from Luke 15:3–7? Because He doesn't want any of His sheep to be mistreated or lost, Jesus treats them all equally. In the same way, Jesus wished to treat all of us with fairness rather than merely equality. We are the product of God's love, which allowed Him to tolerate everything, even the worst atrocities that people could do to His own son. In the Parable of the Lost Sheep, found in Luke 15:3–7, a shepherd abandons 99 sheep in search of a missing one. This parable, which is a part of a longer text (Luke 15:1–32) about lost items and their recovery, highlights the delight in heaven when a sinner turns from his ways and returns to God. It also demonstrates God's love and active pursuit of people who are lost. Important details of the story: What the Shepherd Did: Jesus (or God) actively seeking out the lost is symbolized by the shepherd abandoning the 99 sheep. This demonstrates how far God is prepared to go in order to save even one person. The Lost Sheep: A sinner who has deviated from God's path is symbolized by the lost sheep. This might be the result of willful disobedience, ignorance, or foolishness. Joyful Recovery: The happiness in heaven that accompanies a sinner's repentance is emphasized by the shepherd's delight in locating and bringing home the lost sheep. Comparative Analysis of the Righteous The shepherd's happiness is contrasted in the story with the 99 who never strayed and their possible lack of celebration. This is meant to emphasize the great delight that comes with a lost soul's repentance, not to minimize the worth of those who stay faithful. Importance of the story: The Love and Pursuit of God: God's love for everyone, including those who have sinned or turned away, is illustrated in the tale. It demonstrates how actively God works to make amends with the lost. The Worth of Each Person: The story highlights how valuable each person is to God and how important it is to look for and rejoice over even one lost soul. Challenge to Religious Authorities: The scribes' and Pharisees' self-righteousness is called into question by the story, as they condemned Jesus for hanging around with sinners. It demonstrates that everyone is loved by God, regardless of their past. Call to Action: For Christians, the parable also acts as a call to action, urging them to actively seek out those in need of God's love and grace and to share in God's compassion for the lost. Rev. Dr. Dorrothé Jean, A.A., B.A., M.A., M.B.S. M.T.S., ThD., EdD. Pastor, Chaplain, Resident of The College of Pastoral Supervision & Psychotherapy (CPSP), and Professor of Mathematics; 2nd Vice President and Recording Secretary of HECA, Haitian Evangelical Clergy Association