Lost
The Ache of Being Lost
There are moments in life when the questions don’t stop. Maybe you’ve wondered if there’s any truth to faith at all. Maybe you’ve followed another path and still feel something is missing. Or maybe you once believed but walked away after disappointment or hardship.
That ache—the quiet recognition that something isn’t whole—is what Scripture calls being lost. And it’s not unique to you. It is the shared human condition.
The Lost Chapter
In Luke 15, sometimes called the Lost Chapter, Jesus tells three stories:
- A shepherd leaves ninety-nine sheep to find the one.
- A woman sweeps her whole house to recover a single lost coin.
- A father runs to embrace his wayward son.
Each story carries the same message: God notices what is missing. He searches. He waits. And He rejoices when the lost is found.
You Are Seen
If you’ve dismissed Christianity in the past, wrestled with doubts, or followed another religion, you may wonder if God even cares where you are. But the truth of Luke 15 is this—God sees you. He knows your questions. He knows your story.
Just as the shepherd noticed one sheep was gone, God notices you. Just as the father ran to his son, God runs to meet you, no matter what path you’ve walked.
Being lost is not the end of your story. It’s where God’s love begins to reach for you.
Why We All Relate
Every person has been lost, though the paths look different.
- Some chase after the world’s promises and come up empty.
- Some put their trust in other religions or philosophies, hoping they will satisfy.
- Some cling to science as the only answer, only to discover science itself points back to a Creator.
- And some once believed in Christ but drifted after pain, loss, or silence.
No matter the path, the outcome is the same—we all find ourselves searching for something more. The beauty of Luke 15 is that no matter how we became lost, God’s response is the same: pursuit, compassion, and restoration.
The Invitation Back
You don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t need to have perfect faith. The prodigal son came home with doubts, shame, and a broken plan. But before he could even speak, his father embraced him.
That is the heart of God. He is not waiting for perfection; He is waiting for you to come home.
For Churches
The Ache of Being Lost
At CHPTRXV, we exist to serve the church by providing biblically grounded books, study materials, and speaking engagements that strengthen your ministry. Our resources are designed to help the Lost find Jesus, the Found grow in certainty, and the Sent ignite their fire for discipleship. Whether you are leading a small group, guiding a congregation, or reaching your community, CHPTRXV is here to walk alongside you as a trusted partner in spreading the Gospel.
Your Next Step
Lost doesn’t have to be the last word. In Jesus, the lost become found.
If you feel that quiet pull in your heart, take a small step today:
- Pray, even if it feels awkward or uncertain.
- Read Luke 15 and see yourself in the stories of the lost and found.
- Ask your hardest questions—God is not afraid of them.
- Reach out—we are here to walk with you.