“But we had to celebrate and be glad because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again. He was lost and is found.” 

Lost or found. Dead or alive. Damned or saved. Foolish or wise. There is no neutral ground when it comes to things spiritual. There is no middle road when it comes to one’s walk with Christ. 

When the RMS Titanic sank, more than twenty-two hundred people were cast into the frigid waters of the Atlantic. On shore, the names of the passengers were posted in two simple columns: Saved and Lost. God’s list is equally simple (Lucado, p. 148). 

The angels rejoice and celebrate with God over each person that repents. How many times has it been that this party was thrown in my honor? How many times have I been the one that strayed off, only to be rescued and carried home in the arms of love and grace? Shall I now sit here and watch as some neutral spectator? Why is it that I show more joy watching my favorite team celebrate a win on the field than I do in knowing God’s joy in just one person who is safe at home with Him? Celebrating is the response of those who are passionate about the mission Christ has given us. God is looking for churches that will join Him in rejoicing over the lost coming home. He is looking for churches that know how to throw a great homecoming party.
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