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class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><a href="/niv/luke/15.htm">New International Version</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.&#8221 <a href="/nlt/luke/15.htm">New Living Translation</a> In the same way, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels when even one sinner repents.” <a href="/esv/luke/15.htm">English Standard Version</a> Just so, I tell you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/bsb/luke/15.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/blb/luke/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Thus I say to you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner repenting." <a href="/kjv/luke/15.htm">King James Bible</a> Likewise, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. <a href="/nkjv/luke/15.htm">New King James Version</a> Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/nasb_/luke/15.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/nasb/luke/15.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.&#8221 <a href="/nasb77/luke/15.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/lsb/luke/15.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/amp/luke/15.htm">Amplified Bible</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents [that is, changes his inner self—his old way of thinking, regrets past sins, lives his life in a way that proves repentance; and seeks God’s purpose for his life].” <a href="/csb/luke/15.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> I tell you, in the same way, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/hcsb/luke/15.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> I tell you, in the same way, there is joy in the presence of God&#8217s angels over one sinner who repents.&#8221 <a href="/asv/luke/15.htm">American Standard Version</a> Even so, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. <a href="/cev/luke/15.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Jesus said, "In the same way God's angels are happy when even one person turns to him." <a href="/erv/luke/15.htm">English Revised Version</a> Even so, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. <a href="/gwt/luke/15.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> So I can guarantee that God's angels are happy about one person who turns to God and changes the way he thinks and acts." <a href="/gnt/luke/15.htm">Good News Translation</a> In the same way, I tell you, the angels of God rejoice over one sinner who repents." <a href="/isv/luke/15.htm">International Standard Version</a> In the same way, I tell you that there is joy in the presence of God's angels over one sinner who repents." <a href="/msb/luke/15.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God?s angels over one sinner who repents.? <a href="/net/luke/15.htm">NET Bible</a> In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God's angels over one sinner who repents." <a href="/nheb/luke/15.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Even so, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner repenting." <a href="/wbt/luke/15.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> Likewise, I say to you, There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth. <a href="/wey/luke/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "I tell you that in the same way there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one repentant sinner." <a href="/web/luke/15.htm">World English Bible</a> Even so, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner repenting.” <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/luke/15.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> So I say to you, joy comes before the messengers of God over one sinner converting.” <a href="/blb/luke/15.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> Thus I say to you, there is joy before the angels of God over one sinner repenting." <a href="/ylt/luke/15.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> 'So I say to you, joy doth come before the messengers of God over one sinner reforming.' <a href="/slt/luke/15.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> So, I say to you, joy is in heaven before the messengers of God for one sinful changing the mind.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/luke/15.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> So I say to you, there shall be joy before the angels of God upon one sinner doing penance. <a href="/cpdv/luke/15.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> So I say to you, there will be joy before the Angels of God over even one sinner who is repentant.” <a href="/nabre/luke/15.htm">New American Bible</a> In just the same way, I tell you, there will be rejoicing among the angels of God over one sinner who repents.” <a href="/nrsvce/luke/15.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Just so, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.”<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/luke/15.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> I say to you, that such will be the joy before the angels of God over one sinner who repents. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/luke/15.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> “I say to you that there will be joy like this before the Angels of God over one sinner who returns home.”<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/luke/15.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> So, I say to you, There is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repents.<CM> <a href="/godbey/luke/15.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> <FR>So, I say unto you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repenteth.<Fr> <a href="/haweis/luke/15.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> Even so, I tell you, there is joy among the angels of God, over one repentant sinner.<CM> <a href="/mace/luke/15.htm">Mace New Testament</a> even so, I assure you, the angels in heaven rejoice, when any one sinner becomes a penitent. <a href="/wey/luke/15.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> "I tell you that in the same way there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one repentant sinner." <a href="/worrell/luke/15.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> <FR>So, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repents."<Fr> <a href="/worsley/luke/15.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> <FR>Thus, I tell you, there is joy among the angels of God over one repenting sinner.<Fr> <a href="/parallel/luke/15-10.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3-5_0Jtd9Lc?start=6220" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/luke/15.htm">The Parable of the Lost Coin</a> …9And when she finds it, she calls together her friends and neighbors to say, ‘Rejoice with me, for I have found my lost coin.’ 10<a href="/greek/3779.htm" title="3779: houtōs (Adv) -- Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows).">In the same way,</a> <a href="/greek/3004.htm" title="3004: legō (V-PIA-1S) -- (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. ">I tell</a> <a href="/greek/4771.htm" title="4771: hymin (PPro-D2P) -- You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou.">you,</a> <a href="/greek/1096.htm" title="1096: ginetai (V-PIM/P-3S) -- A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude.">there is</a> <a href="/greek/5479.htm" title="5479: chara (N-NFS) -- Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.">joy</a> <a href="/greek/1799.htm" title="1799: enōpion (Prep) -- Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of.">in the presence</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/2316.htm" title="2316: Theou (N-GMS) -- A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.">of God’s</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/32.htm" title="32: angelōn (N-GMP) -- From aggello; a messenger; especially an angel; by implication, a pastor.">angels</a> <a href="/greek/1909.htm" title="1909: epi (Prep) -- On, to, against, on the basis of, at. ">over</a> <a href="/greek/1520.htm" title="1520: heni (Adj-DMS) -- One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.">one</a> <a href="/greek/268.htm" title="268: hamartōlō (Adj-DMS) -- Sinning, sinful, depraved, detestable. From hamartano; sinful, i.e. A sinner.">sinner</a> <a href="/greek/3340.htm" title="3340: metanoounti (V-PPA-DMS) -- From meta and noieo; to think differently or afterwards, i.e. Reconsider.">who repents.”</a> 11Then Jesus said, “There was a man who had two sons.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/matthew/18-10.htm">Matthew 18:10-14</a> See that you do not look down on any of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of My Father in heaven. / For the Son of Man came to save the lost. / What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep and one of them goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go out to search for the one that is lost? ... <a href="/luke/5-32.htm">Luke 5:32</a> I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.” <a href="/luke/19-10.htm">Luke 19:10</a> For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” <a href="/matthew/9-13.htm">Matthew 9:13</a> But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” <a href="/ezekiel/18-23.htm">Ezekiel 18:23</a> Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? declares the Lord GOD. Wouldn’t I prefer that he turn from his ways and live? <a href="/ezekiel/33-11.htm">Ezekiel 33:11</a> Say to them: ‘As surely as I live, declares the Lord GOD, I take no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but rather that the wicked should turn from their ways and live. Turn! Turn from your evil ways! For why should you die, O house of Israel?’ <a href="/1_timothy/1-15.htm">1 Timothy 1:15</a> This is a trustworthy saying, worthy of full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am the worst. <a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a> The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise as some understand slowness, but is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish but everyone to come to repentance. <a href="/isaiah/62-5.htm">Isaiah 62:5</a> For as a young man marries a young woman, so your sons will marry you; and as a bridegroom rejoices over his bride, so your God will rejoice over you. <a href="/zephaniah/3-17.htm">Zephaniah 3:17</a> The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing.” <a href="/john/3-16.htm">John 3:16-17</a> For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that everyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. / For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. <a href="/romans/5-8.htm">Romans 5:8</a> But God proves His love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. <a href="/acts/3-19.htm">Acts 3:19</a> Repent, then, and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped away, <a href="/acts/11-18.htm">Acts 11:18</a> When they heard this, they had no further objections, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.” <a href="/isaiah/55-7.htm">Isaiah 55:7</a> Let the wicked man forsake his way and the unrighteous man his thoughts; let him return to the LORD, that He may have compassion, and to our God, for He will freely pardon.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner that repents.there.<a href="/luke/2-1.htm">Luke 2:1-14</a> And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed… <a href="/ezekiel/18-23.htm">Ezekiel 18:23,32</a> Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: and not that he should return from his ways, and live? … <a href="/ezekiel/33-11.htm">Ezekiel 33:11</a> Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?one.<a href="/luke/7-47.htm">Luke 7:47</a> Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much: but to whom little is forgiven, the same loveth little.<a href="/luke/13-5.htm">Luke 13:5</a> I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.<a href="/2_chronicles/33-13.htm">2 Chronicles 33:13-19</a> And prayed unto him: and he was intreated of him, and heard his supplication, and brought him again to Jerusalem into his kingdom. Then Manasseh knew that the LORD he was God… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/luke/12-9.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/luke/14-32.htm">Messengers</a> <a href="/luke/14-10.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Rejoicing</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Repentant</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Repenteth</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Repenting</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Repents</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Way</a> <a href="/luke/15-7.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/luke/16-22.htm">Angels</a> <a href="/luke/15-24.htm">Joy</a> <a href="/luke/16-25.htm">Likewise</a> <a href="/luke/16-22.htm">Messengers</a> <a href="/luke/19-27.htm">Presence</a> <a href="/luke/19-6.htm">Rejoicing</a> <a href="/isaiah/1-27.htm">Repentant</a> <a href="/genesis/6-6.htm">Repenteth</a> <a href="/jeremiah/15-6.htm">Repenting</a> <a href="/luke/17-3.htm">Repents</a> <a href="/luke/18-13.htm">Sinner</a> <a href="/luke/17-15.htm">Turned</a> <a href="/luke/15-20.htm">Way</a> <a href="/acts/18-14.htm">Wrongdoing</a><div class="vheading2">Luke 15</div>1. <a href="/luke/15-1.htm">The parable of the lost sheep;</a> 8. <a href="/luke/15-8.htm">of the piece of silver;</a> 11. <a href="/luke/15-11.htm">of the prodigal son.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/15.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/luke/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/luke/15.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>In the same way, This phrase connects the current teaching to the preceding parables in <a href="/luke/15.htm">Luke 15</a>, specifically the Parable of the Lost Sheep and the Parable of the Lost Coin. Both parables emphasize the joy and celebration that occur when something lost is found, illustrating the consistent theme of redemption and restoration.I tell you, This phrase underscores the authority of Jesus as a teacher and prophet. It is a common expression used by Jesus to introduce important truths or revelations. It signals to the listener that what follows is of significant importance and should be heeded.there is joy Joy is a recurring theme in the Bible, often associated with salvation and the fulfillment of God's promises. In the context of <a href="/luke/15.htm">Luke 15</a>, joy is not just an emotion but a divine response to repentance and redemption. This joy reflects the heart of God, who desires that none should perish but that all should come to repentance (<a href="/2_peter/3-9.htm">2 Peter 3:9</a>).in the presence of God’s angels Angels are often depicted in Scripture as messengers and servants of God, who carry out His will and rejoice in His works. The presence of angels signifies the heavenly realm and the spiritual reality that transcends earthly experiences. Their joy indicates the importance of repentance in the divine order and the celebration that occurs in heaven over a sinner's return to God.over one sinner who repents.” Repentance is a central theme in the teachings of Jesus, involving a turning away from sin and a turning towards God. It is not merely an emotional response but a decisive change in direction and allegiance. The emphasis on "one sinner" highlights the value of each individual soul to God, reflecting the parable's message that every person is precious and worthy of redemption. This aligns with the broader biblical narrative of God's redemptive plan through Jesus Christ, who came to seek and save the lost (<a href="/luke/19-10.htm">Luke 19:10</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> The speaker of this parable, Jesus is teaching about the joy in heaven over repentance. 2. <a href="/topical/a/angels_of_god.htm">Angels of God</a> Heavenly beings who rejoice over the repentance of sinners, highlighting the spiritual significance of repentance. 3. <a href="/topical/s/sinners.htm">Sinners</a> Individuals who have turned away from sin and towards God, prompting heavenly celebration. 4. <a href="/topical/r/repentance.htm">Repentance</a> The act of turning away from sin and returning to God, which is central to the message of this verse. 5. <a href="/topical/h/heaven.htm">Heaven</a> The spiritual realm where God and His angels dwell, and where joy is expressed over repentance.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_repentance.htm">The Value of Repentance</a> Repentance is not just a personal act but a cause for heavenly celebration. It underscores the immense value God places on each soul. <a href="/topical/h/heaven's_perspective.htm">Heaven's Perspective</a> The joy in heaven over repentance should encourage believers to prioritize evangelism and discipleship, knowing that each conversion is celebrated by God and His angels. <a href="/topical/g/god's_love_for_the_individual.htm">God's Love for the Individual</a> This verse highlights God's personal love and concern for each person, reminding us that no one is beyond His reach or care. <a href="/topical/e/encouragement_for_the_repentant.htm">Encouragement for the Repentant</a> Those who turn back to God should be encouraged by the knowledge that their repentance brings joy to the heart of God and His angels. <a href="/topical/c/community_of_believers.htm">Community of Believers</a> As a community, believers should mirror the joy of heaven by celebrating and supporting those who repent and turn to God.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_luke_15.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Luke 15</a> <a href="/q/how_do_bible_verses_ease_anxiety.htm">What brings true joy according to the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_brings_true_joy_in_the_bible.htm">What brings true joy according to the Bible?</a> <a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_about_angels.htm">What does the Bible say about angels?</a> <a href="/q/what_is_the_origin_of_angels.htm">What is the origin of angels?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a> <a href="/commentaries/luke/15-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>In the same way, οὕτως (houtōs) Adverb <a href="/greek/strongs_3779.htm">Strong's 3779: </a> Thus, so, in this manner. Or (referring to what precedes or follows). I tell λέγω (legō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3004.htm">Strong's 3004: </a> (a) I say, speak; I mean, mention, tell, (b) I call, name, especially in the pass., (c) I tell, command. you, ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4771.htm">Strong's 4771: </a> You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. there is γίνεται (ginetai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1096.htm">Strong's 1096: </a> A prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb; to cause to be, i.e. to become, used with great latitude. joy χαρὰ (chara) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5479.htm">Strong's 5479: </a> Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight. in the presence ἐνώπιον (enōpion) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1799.htm">Strong's 1799: </a> Neuter of a compound of en and a derivative of optanomai; in the face of. of God’s Θεοῦ (Theou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2316.htm">Strong's 2316: </a> A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very. angels ἀγγέλων (angelōn) Noun - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_32.htm">Strong's 32: </a> From aggello; a messenger; especially an 'angel'; by implication, a pastor. over ἐπὶ (epi) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1909.htm">Strong's 1909: </a> On, to, against, on the basis of, at. one ἑνὶ (heni) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1520.htm">Strong's 1520: </a> One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one. sinner ἁμαρτωλῷ (hamartōlō) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_268.htm">Strong's 268: </a> Sinning, sinful, depraved, detestable. From hamartano; sinful, i.e. A sinner. who repents.” μετανοοῦντι (metanoounti) Verb - Present Participle Active - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3340.htm">Strong's 3340: </a> From meta and noieo; to think differently or afterwards, i.e. Reconsider. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/luke/15-10.htm">Luke 15:10 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/luke/15-10.htm">NT Gospels: Luke 15:10 Even so I tell you there (Luke Lu Lk) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/luke/15-9.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Luke 15:9"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Luke 15:9" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/luke/15-11.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Luke 15:11"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Luke 15:11" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>