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Enter through the Gate: Embracing the Shepherd’s Voice

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Enter through the Gate: Embracing the Shepherd’s Voice

10 “Very truly I tell you Pharisees, anyone who does not enter the sheep pen by the gate, but climbs in by some other way, is a thief and a robber. 2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 4 When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice. 5 But they will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will run away from him because they do not recognize a stranger’s voice.” 6 Jesus used this figure of speech, but the Pharisees did not understand what he was telling them.

7 Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who have come before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep have not listened to them. 9 I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved.[a] They will come in and go out, and find pasture. 10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

Sermon Description

  1. The Good Shepherd and His Sheep:

    • Jesus refers to Himself as the Good Shepherd in this passage, highlighting His care, guidance, and protection for His followers.
    • As the Good Shepherd, Jesus knows His sheep individually and intimately, and they recognize His voice and follow Him.
    • This metaphor emphasizes the loving relationship between Jesus and His disciples, and the trust and security that comes from being part of His flock.

  2. The Contrast between the Shepherd and the Thief:

    • In this passage, Jesus also describes the contrasting nature of the Shepherd and the thief.
    • The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy, representing the enemy (Satan) who seeks to deceive, harm, and lead people astray.
    • On the other hand, Jesus, as the Good Shepherd, comes to give abundant life, demonstrating His desire for our well-being, flourishing, and eternal salvation.

  3. The Invitation to Enter through the Gate:

    • Jesus mentions that He is the gate for the sheep, emphasizing that He is the exclusive means of access to God and eternal life.
    • He invites people to enter through Him and find safety, nourishment, and eternal security.
    • This invitation extends to all who are willing to listen, believe, and follow Jesus, regardless of their background, status, or past mistakes.