Scripture:

John 10:1-21

"I am the Good Shepherd."

"I am the door for the sheep."

Observation:

Snipits from the ESV Gospel Transformation Study Bible:

The sheepfold was commonly attached to the shepherd’s home. Thus, to enter the sheepfold was to come home. As the “door of the sheep,” Jesus is the only means of coming home to God—of becoming a member of the household of faith. Jesus is the merciful Shepherd who provides shelter, security, and pasture for his beloved sheep.

Jesus is the Good Shepherd, whose “goodness” cannot be overstated. Jesus risks his life to care for his sheep, he knows his flock by name, and each of his sheep recognize and love his voice. Though the gospel is not a private story, it is most definitely a personal one. Jesus delights in his whole flock, and in each one of his sheep. What a beautiful picture of intimacy and care!

Jesus laid down his life for the sheep on the cross. What a glorious paradox: The Good Shepherd became the Lamb of God to take away the sin of the world. Even throughout eternity, Jesus will be known as the Lamb who shepherds his people and guides them to “springs of living water” (Rev. 7:17).

Application:

Stand in awe of the Good Shepherd who became the Lamb of God to take away my sins and to give me eternal, abundant life.

Prayer:

Lord, let me worship you today, realizing how amazing this gospel story truly is. It is full of deep riches of your majesty. You are glorious. You are worthy.