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July 13, 2025
- John 10:1-6
- John 10:7-9
- John 10:10
- John 10:11, 14
- John 1:29
- Psalm 23:4
- John 10:27-28
- Romans 8:38-39
Main Theme:
Jesus boldly declares, “I am the Good Shepherd,” offering a powerful picture of His love, leadership, and protection over our lives. In a world filled with noise and confusion, Pastor Gene reminds us how vital it is to recognize and follow the voice of our Shepherd.
Key Points:
1. The Good Shepherd Speaks to Us
- Just like sheep learn to recognize the shepherd’s unique call, we must learn to recognize God’s voice.
- Jesus still speaks—but are we still listening?
- Voices of the world distract us, but God’s voice is clear: slow down, forgive, give, serve, trust.
- The more we obey, the more we’ll hear Him.
2. The Good Shepherd Saves Us
- Jesus is not just the Shepherd—He is also the gate (John 10:7–9).
- Salvation doesn’t come by religious rituals or good works—it comes by walking through His door.
- “Jesus saves” means more than a ticket to heaven—it means healing, freedom, and restoration from every form of brokenness.
3. The Good Shepherd Supplies Our Needs
- John 10:10: “I came that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.”
- God is not promising riches—He’s promising abundance in peace, strength, and joy.
- Psalm 23 reminds us: “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.”
4. The Good Shepherd Shields Us
- Jesus willingly laid down His life for His sheep (John 10:11,14).
- He is not a hired hand—He is the true Shepherd who died for us.
- In the Old Testament, sheep died for sin. In the New Testament, the Shepherd dies in place of the sheep.
5. The Good Shepherd Secures Us
- John 10:27–28: “No one will snatch them out of my hand.”
- When we belong to Jesus, our eternity is secure—He chases after us, even when we stray.
- Romans 8:38–39 confirms nothing can separate us from His love—not death, not failure, not fear.
Closing Illustration:
Pastor Gene tells a story of his son Landon hearing his dad’s voice in a crowded stadium. Just like Landon, we must learn to distinguish the Father’s voice from all the other noise. The difference between a performer and someone who knows the Shepherd? “You may know Psalm 23—but I know the Shepherd.”