Jesus is the Good Shepherd, but what does that mean? There is more than one word for “good” in Koine Greek, but the two most common are agathos and kalos. While agathos focuses on “useful”, kalos focuses on “beautiful” and “excellent.” Kalos denotes a captivating and attractive character. Jesus is the beautiful and excellent shepherd that attracts and captives us!
What is it that makes Jesus so attractive and captivating? His love. Jesus’ love for His sheep was demonstrated so beautifully that it should attract us to Him. Despite the grisly nature of the cross, there is something incredibly beautiful and captivating about it. “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13)
Take-Home Message: The Good Shepherd loves His sheep.
The Good Shepherd…
Message: I Am the Good Shepherd
Scripture: John 10:11-21
Simple. Authentic. Jesus.
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