Luke 15:24

“For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry.”

"For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry." - Luke 15:24
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What does Luke 15:24 mean?

The Bible verse Luke 15:24 in the King James Version (KJV) reads: "For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry." This verse is found in the parable of the Prodigal Son, which is one of the most well-known and celebrated…

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The Joy of Redemption: Celebrating the Lost Found

In the tender heart of the Gospel, the parable of the Prodigal Son, captured in Luke 15:24 (KJV), offers profound insight into God’s grace and the exuberance of redemption: "For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry."…

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A Prayer of Restoration and Celebration

Dear Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts filled with gratitude and awe, reflecting on the profound truth of Your Word as recorded in Luke 15:24: "For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry." Lord, in this…

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