The Good Shepherd

John 10:11 - "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep."

Why would such a great God die for worthless sinners like us? Why would he do that? Is it because we are good? I don’t think so. We cannot find any other reason than love, his genuine love and compassion for us. And Jesus died for us in order to pay off the debt for all our sins. Jesus didn’t accidently die, like many great people. The hands of men crucified him, and yet it wasn’t because he was too weak to resist against those who crucified him that died. Jesus intended to die for our sins. He died in order to pay off the debt of all our sins, so that we might be forgiven, healed and restored to have eternal life. Although we know our parents and many loved us, they couldn’t die for our sins. But Jesus is the good shepherd because he laid down his life for us.

How wonderful it is to know that we are fully known by God who also laid down his life for us. He didn’t die helplessly. He didn’t remain dead. He rose again from the dead and gave us eternal life. And now he is living within those who believe in him. Sometimes, we feel that we are walking through the valley of the shadow of death all by ourselves. No one seems to understands. But we should never let worry take control over us because we are not alone. Our good shepherd is always on our side. He deeply cares for each of us.

So as you fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings and as one who shares in the glory that will be revealed, I urge the elders among you: Give a shepherd’s care to God’s flock among you, exercising oversight not merely as a duty but willingly under God’s direction, not for shameful profit but eagerly. And do not lord it over those entrusted to you, but be examples to the flock. Then when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that never fades away - (1 Peter 5:1-4)

Have A Blessed Day!

God Bless

Every Day With Jesus