" THE GOOD SHEPHERD "

Howdy, This week we're touching on the Good Shepherd, none other than " Jesus Christ " Himself. Have you ever wondered why you keep making the same mistakes in life? Do you seem to be going round and round over the exact same ground? Well it's time for you to start following Jesus. We are likened to dumb sheep and if you're honest with yourself you just might grasp the reality that we are. In the sheepfold, the shepherd functioned as a door, letting the shepherd in and thus protecting them. Jesus is the door to God's SALVATION for us. He offers access to safety and security. JESUS CHRIST THE LORD IS OUR PROTECTOR. Some people resent that Jesus is the door, the only way of access to God. But Jesus is God's son - why should we seek any other way or want to customize a different approach to God? Just as a shepherd protects his sheep, Jesus protects his people from eternal harm. While believers can expect to suffer on earth, know that Satan cannot harm you or take away your eternal life with God. There are many reasons to be afraid here on earth as this is the devil's domain. But if you choose to follow Jesus, he will give you everlasting safety. Jesus came to be the shepherd, the one who can show people how to avoid life's pitfalls. " SEEING THE PEOPLE, HE FELT COMPASSION FOR THEM, BECAUSE THEY WERE DISTRESSED AND DISPIRITED LIKE SHEEP WITHOUT A SHEPHERD " (Matt 9:36). As the Lord Jesus Christ is the Good Shepherd, we better understand that we're his sheep. Not to be passive, frightened animals, but obedient followers, wise enough to follow the one who will lead us to the right places and in the right ways. Those of us who sincerely recognize Jesus for who he truly is, and are fighting the good fight will be with Him in Paradise. Until Next Time... Jim,