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If you’ve spent any time in church, you’ve probably heard the word "lost" used as a label for people who are "wicked" or "wrong." But in this powerful mission's message, Austin Gardner reframes the word "lost" through the eyes of Jesus.

[The Core Message]
"You don't lose a pen that has no value to you. You lose things that belong to you." Drawing from the parables in Luke 15—the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost sons—Austin explores why God is more of a "Search Party" than a "Social Club."

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The Rebrand of "Lost": Why being lost means you are missing from where you belong, not that you are worthless.
• The Shepherd’s Shoulders: Why the Shepherd doesn't discipline the runaway sheep, but carries it home rejoicing.
• The Prodigal Father: A look at the extravagant, "crazy" love of a Father who runs toward the mess instead of waiting for an apology.
• The Older Brother Trap: How long-time believers can accidentally become "gatekeepers" instead of "door-openers."

[The Missions Call]
This isn't just a Bible study; it's a call to the "uttermost." Austin challenges us to see missions as a global search for the treasures God misses most. Whether it’s in Russia, China, or your own neighborhood, the message is the same: You are the reason He came.

[Call to Action]
Stop trying to perform and start resting in the mercy that is already pursuing you.

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