The Good Shepherd
John 10:1-18
Introduction
1.
The evidence that supports
following Jesus alone
a.
The prophecies that went before
b.
The things he did while he was here
c.
His death, resurrection and
ascension
2.
Jesus is the Good Shepherd
Discussion
1.
He is not a thief and a robber –
the world is filled with religious “hucksters”
a.
Some make their money on false
claims to heal
b.
Some make their money on fads in
religious beliefs
c.
Some make their money by telling
people what they want to hear
2.
He comes to give life and abundance
a.
God provided for every need of Adam
and Eve – Gen 2:8-9
b.
God provided for every need of
c.
God provides (through Jesus) for
every need of the Christian – Eph 1:3 (chosen, grace, redemption, forgiveness,
knowledge, inheritance)
3.
He lays down His life for the sheep
a.
God came to Adam and Eve after they
sinned – Gen 3:8
b.
God came to rescue
c.
God sent His only Son to rescue the
world from sin and death by dying on the cross – John 3:16; 1 John 2:2
4.
His sheep listen to His voice
a.
Some are uninformed
b.
Some are misinformed
c.
Some are deliberately mislead
d.
John 5:39
Conclusion
1.
Millions have gone before us,
relying upon Jesus’ promises, rejoicing in their blessings
2.
Jesus is the Good Shepherd for
those who choose to follow Him
3.
Today, you may make that choice