It Should Be Right Here (Pursuit part 2)

KEY VERSES:

• Luke 15:8–10
• Luke 15:1–2
• 1 Samuel 16:7
• Romans 5:6
• Psalm 119:105

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Context: Luke 15 is Jesus' response to religious leaders upset that He spent time with "sinners."
• Lost in the House: The second parable tells of a woman who loses a coin—not outside, but inside her home (Luke 15:8–10).
• The Coin Didn’t Rebel: It wasn’t lost because of bad behavior—it was misplaced and helpless to fix itself.
• We Misplace Things Too: Like dependence on God, our identity, security, trust, and sense of belonging.
• Being Near Isn’t the Same as Being Right: You can be in church, know the Bible, follow rules, and still be lost (Romans 5:6).
• God is a Relentless Seeker: He lights a lamp (at a cost), sweeps the house, and searches with passion and love.
• Restoration, Not Just Recovery: The coin represented a dowry—part of the woman’s identity, future, and dignity.
• What God Wants to Restore: Your purpose, peace, security, and relationship with Him (Psalm 119:105).
• Celebration in Heaven: God Himself rejoices when one is found—not just angels, but God in front of the angels.

TALK ABOUT IT:

• Have I ever felt “lost” even while doing all the right things?
• What part of my life or identity might be misplaced right now?
• Do I really trust God with my peace, my security, and my purpose?
• Why is it easy to confuse religious activity with a right relationship with God?
• How has God pursued me in my mess and darkness?
• What would it look like to let Him restore what’s been broken or hidden?
• Am I more focused on appearing spiritual or actually being close to God?
• Who do I know that might feel "lost in the house," and how can I help them feel seen?

APPLY IT:

• Ask God to show you if something in your life has been misplaced—identity, security, trust, etc.
• Stop relying on religious habits and check the condition of your heart.
• Let Jesus light the lamp—read His Word and invite His truth into the dark places of your heart.
• Remember: being around God’s people doesn’t automatically mean you’re close to God.
• Be honest about what you’re trusting in—success, people, performance—and shift that trust back to God.
• Celebrate stories of restoration. Share yours when you're ready—it helps others find hope.