A Community That Welcomes the Vulnerable

What does it look like to be a church where everyone matters? In Matthew 18:10-14, Jesus shares the parable of the lost sheep. This lesson teaches us that every single person is precious to God- especially those who are vulnerable to harm. And it is our job, as the church, to make sure that the vulnerable are cared for and valued. A Kingdom Community church doesn't just celebrate the 99; it goes after the 1; because being separated from the flock means spiritual danger. And when we follow Jesus command in this passage, we have the amazing opportunity to reflect the heart of God, the Father. So, who in your church family is vulnerable? Who needs encouragement ,connection, or a reminder that they matter? This week, take the initiative to reach out and show the love of Jesus by making sure no one is forgotten!

See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven. What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off? And if he finds it, I tell you the truth, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off. In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should be lost.

- Matthew 18:10-14