Luke 15

Jesus tells three parables in response to Pharisees' criticism: the lost sheep, where a shepherd rejoices over finding one lost out of 99; the lost coin, where a woman searches diligently and celebrates its recovery; and the prodigal son, where a wayward son returns repentant, is joyfully welcomed by his father despite the older brother's resentment, illustrating heaven's joy over repentant sinners.[1][2][5]

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