MenuThe story summary and questions were written in a way that makes it possible to use a New Testament reference in place of the Urantia reference. A selected chapter from a 1932 book, Treasure-House of the Living Religions, supports a spiritual theme that is found within the story. Children will use a one page handout that includes a coloring picture.
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The Urantia Book
Jesus wanted people to know something important about God. So, he told them a story about a shepherd who had a hundred sheep. One of them wandered away and became lost. The shepherd left the ninety-nine sheep and went in search of the one that was missing. When he found the sheep, he laid it gently over his shoulders and carried it back to the flock. Then, the shepherd called to his friends, saying, “Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost!”
Discussion Questions
What does this story tell us about God? What might cause someone to wander away from God, like the sheep wandered away from the shepherd? God is concerned for each one of us, and he goes out searching for us when we are lost.
Immortal One He cares for all mankind! (Hinduism)
The Lord is gracious and full of compassion.
The Lord is good to all.
And His tender mercies are over all His works. (Judaism)
