THE GOOD SHEPHERD

Suzan, you need to recognize Jesus as your good shepherd. Consider the man David. He understood what it meant to be a shepherd, having been one as a young lad. In his discussion with the King Saul, he said “thy servant kept his father’s sheep, and there came a lion, and a bear, and took a lamb out of the flock: and I went out after him, and smote him, and delivered it out of his mouth: and when he arose against me, I caught him by his beard, and smote him, and slew him” (1 Samuel 17:34-35). He understood that a shepherd had to protect his sheep. It’s the shepherd’s responsibility to lead the sheep and provide protection, the right pasture, water and shelter. So when Jesus said “I am the good shepherd, and know my sheep, and I am known of mine” (John 10:14), He wanted us to know his primary responsibility towards us, which is to nurture, guide, protect and provide for us. “Shepherd“in the Greek is “poimen”, which also means “pastor”. Thus Jesus described Himself as the “Good pastor”.

You need to know and relate with the Lord Jesus as your shepherd and bread provider. That way, you won’t need to struggle through life trying to make things happen and work for you by your own ability. Simply follow the leading of Christ Jesus, your Good shepherd and He’ll guide you into everything you require for the good life! Your good shepherd loved you enough to die for you, and He lives in your heart today, guiding you by the Holy Spirit in the path of God’s destiny for your life. Remember, Jesus loves you more than you love yourself; He loves you more than life itself, and He proved it by dying for you on the cross. That’s the character of the Good Shepherd: He lays His life down for His sheep. Always be conscious of Christ’s irrevocable love for you .He is your good shepherd, He cares for you. He is more willing and enthusiastic about your success, progress and prosperity than you could ever be! He went the uttermost length to see to it that you turn out right in life. Recognize this truth today and you would never have to suffer or struggle one more day in your life.

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JOHN 10:11-12; PSALM 23:1-4.