Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#31]
JERUSALEM- THE GOOD SHEPHERD
Matthew 23:37
Introduction:
We are continuing in our Series about the most mentioned City in the Bible- Jerusalem.
Matthew 23:37
While Jesus was still in Jerusalem, He once again told the Pharisees how it was. Jesus described His people as sheep that know who He is. Jesus is the Good Shepherd. Look with me in the Passage of how the Good Shepherd serves His sheep.
John 10:1-6
John 10:27
The Good Shepherd…
1. Calls His sheep.
Just because someone says that they know and serve God doesn’t mean that it is true. There are many who claim to serve God; but they are a fraud. Jesus says that the Good Shepherd goes into the gate that has been prepared to contain His sheep. Jesus knows each of His sheep by name and they recognize His voice.
John 10:7-10
The Good Shepherd…
2. Saves His sheep.
Jesus is the only gate that leads to salvation. There are no other ways or people that can save you. Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one goes to the Father except through Jesus.
John 10:11-18
The Good Shepherd…
3. Dies for His sheep.
The contrast between the Good Shepherd and a hired hand is that the Good Shepherd will die for His sheep, while the hired hand will let the enemy steal, kill, and destroy the sheep. Jesus laid His life down for us by His free choice.
John 10:22-30
The Good Shepherd…
4. Keeps His sheep eternally.
Jesus, (once again) was in Jerusalem and the Jews asked Him if He was the Messiah or not. He plainly tells them that they must believe in Him as the true way to salvation. For those who follow Him, they will be given eternal life, and no one can snath them out of His hand. No one can take you away from God.
Conclusion:
I want you to notice the reaction of the people after each time Jesus taught them about Him being the Good Shepherd.
John 10:19-21
John 10:31-39
