Luke 15:10  There is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.

It is Sunday morning. In the early service, identical twins are baptized. At the late service five adults are accepted into membership. As God's people, are we ecstatic and happy? Are we concerned about the length of the service? Are the angels rejoicing?

Although I don't have a complete understanding or clear picture of what is meant by "rejoicing in the presence of the angels," this verse is sandwiched among the parables of the lost sheep, lost coin, and lost son. In each of the parables there is great concern or sorrow over the loss and great joy and excitement over finding the lost item or person.

It would seem that the greatest party on earth would be appropriate when a person who was lost is found just like the party the father had for the prodigal (lost) but found son. For is, does that happen when a person is called into a saving relationship with Christ by the Word or through Baptism? As God's people, do we rejoice when the lost are found? There are parties for school graduations and weddings. It is most fitting that we have parties for Baptisms and confirmations.

Let us join in the biggest and best party with the angels as each and every person is added to the Book of Life.
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