Parable of the Lost Sheep (Luke 15:1-7) - NIV

1. God's word has great attraction for the lost. (V.1)

2. God's word will be resisted by the leaders of the church. (V.2)

3. God speaks to us in the day to day events of our lives. (V.3)

4. God's burden is that no one should perish. (V.4)

5. God is joyful when the lost repent. (V.5)

6. God rejoices with his angels and saints when the lost are saved. (V.6)

7. God places great importance and focus for the lost. (V.7)