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October 27, 2015

The Good Shepherd (John 10:1-21)

Podcast Art JohnOn Sunday, October 11, 2015, Pastor Joe Troutman preached “The Good Shepherd” from John 10:1-21.

Jesus Christ is the Door of the sheep and the Good Shepherd. He is the only way we may be saved, and he gently leads us through this life and into the next.

1. I Am the Door—The Pharisees are illegitimate shepherds. The true shepherd comes to the flock by means of true doctrine and obedient life. The true shepherd is not passive, but rather, active in guarding the sheep. “Life more abundantly” is often misused by false teachers. Spiritual, rather than material, abundance is meant by and provided by the Good Shepherd.

2. I Am the Good Shepherd—A shepherd seeks his own lost sheep, binds up the wounded, defends them from wolves. Jesus needs nothing from us, but gives us all things.

3. I Lay Down My Life—The Good Shepherd loves his sheep though they are unlovable in their sin. The Son knows his people as well as he knows his Father in heaven. The Bible reveals to us all we need to know about our Good Shepherd. Though not comprehensive knowledge, it is sufficient. Because of his love, the Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.

Listen to “The Good Shepherd” (John 10:1-21) at mcopc.org.

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