The Prodigal

©1999 Deborah Bolack

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The Shepherd knows each lost sheep; He seeks those gone astray.

God understands our heartache when a child wanders away.

For the Son of man is come to save that which is lost,

and He rejoices with us when they come to the cross.

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There is joy in the presence of the angels of God.

A sinner has repented; let's make merry and be glad.

For this, my son was dead, and is alive again.

He was lost, and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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Except the Father draw him, he'll not come to the Son.

God hears the prayers of mothers weeping for a lost loved one.

For the Lord is merciful, He is gracious t'ward us,

and He is never willing that any should perish.

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There is joy in the presence of the angels of God.

A sinner has repented; let's make merry and be glad.

For this my son was dead,, and is alive again.

He was lost and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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He was lost and is found; I've received him safe and sound.

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Based on Luke 15:11-32 The story of the prodigal son.