Many programs do not feature secure vigilant environments; rather they work with youth in the communities in which they reside, attend school, and work. The use of impartial classification and risk assessment models at various decision points in the juvenile justice system has proven successful in the appropriate alternative placement of juvenile offenders without compromising public security (OJJDP, 2005, p. 23). “These restorations can be achieved by several methods; ergo, through new program initiatives or legislation, administrative, or litigation based reforms, each jurisdiction bears the responsibility for enhancing its programmatic alternatives to meet the needs of the youth it serves” (OJJDP, 2005, p. 24). Jesus identified Himself with God in His loving attitude to the lost. In the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15: 11-32) it is not so much about the conversion of the sinner, rather the restoration of the relationship of the believer with God. Christians are called to emulate Christ thus, embracing the spirit of graciousness and goodness when assisting those who are lost reflects the wisdom of the One Living and True
Many programs do not feature secure vigilant environments; rather they work with youth in the communities in which they reside, attend school, and work. The use of impartial classification and risk assessment models at various decision points in the juvenile justice system has proven successful in the appropriate alternative placement of juvenile offenders without compromising public security (OJJDP, 2005, p. 23). “These restorations can be achieved by several methods; ergo, through new program initiatives or legislation, administrative, or litigation based reforms, each jurisdiction bears the responsibility for enhancing its programmatic alternatives to meet the needs of the youth it serves” (OJJDP, 2005, p. 24). Jesus identified Himself with God in His loving attitude to the lost. In the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15: 11-32) it is not so much about the conversion of the sinner, rather the restoration of the relationship of the believer with God. Christians are called to emulate Christ thus, embracing the spirit of graciousness and goodness when assisting those who are lost reflects the wisdom of the One Living and True