P4 I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD
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P4 I AM THE GOOD SHEPHERD
I Am, Part 4 – February 5, 2023Intro: Wasted PowerI am:- The Bread of Life- The Light of the World- The Gate for the SheepfoldJohn 10:11-15 (NIV2011) 11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. Then the wolf attacks the flock and scatters it. 13 The man runs away because he is a hired hand and cares nothing for the sheep. 14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me— 15 just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep.I am the Good ShepherdFIRST:John 10:12 (NIV2011) 12 The hired hand is not the shepherd and does not own the sheep. So when he sees the wolf coming, he abandons the sheep and runs away. John 10:14 (NIV2011) 14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—Jesus owns His sheep1 Corinthians 6:20 (NIV2011) 20 you were bought at a price.Example: Flat tire on a FerrariSECOND:John 10:14 (NIV2011) 14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—Jesus knows His sheepExample: Jesus’ show and tellTHIRD:Jesus cares for His sheep Psalm 23:1-6 (NKJV) 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name's sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me All the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the LORD Forever.Jesus cares for His sheep Provision (Ps. 23:1-2)3 Things:- Knowledge- Desire- AbilityJesus cares for His sheep Provision (Ps. 23:1-2)Presence (Ps. 23:4)Example: Young girl on planeJesus cares for His sheep Provision (Ps. 23:1-2)Presence (Ps. 23:4)Peace (Ps. 23:5)Example: Irritating PestsIf you made a salvation decision today, visit www.IMadeADecision.com