What does the Bible say about Jesus seeking the lost?

In Luke 19:10, Jesus declares, 'For the Son of Man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.' This proclamation encapsulates His mission on earth—to pursue those who are lost in sin and bring them to salvation. The account of Zacchaeus exemplifies this as Jesus intentionally seeks him out, highlighting God's grace in reaching His people before they even turn to Him. This approach underscores the doctrine of sovereign grace, where God initiates salvation, showing that no one, regardless of their past, is beyond His saving reach.