‘Thus says the Lord God, “Behold, I am against the shepherds, and I will demand My sheep from them and make them cease from feeding sheep. So the shepherds will not feed themselves anymore, but I will deliver My flock from their mouth, so that they will not be food for them.”’” Sparkling in His land.

2020年10月21日 · There has to be a reason why Jesus would refer to himself as the Good Shepherd and us as his sheep. After much research, I found out why there are so many sheep references in the Scriptures. Some of the reasons are funny and heartwarming while other comparisons are embarrassingly true.

2022年1月21日 · What did Jesus mean when he said "take care of my sheep" to Peter? A good shepherd is known and trusted by his sheep, provides them with pasture and all they need for their wellbeing, and a good shepherd will protect them …

2022年1月4日 · Jesus, the Good Shepherd, left the ninety-nine sheep in the fold and went in search of the one lost lamb (Luke 15:2–17). Sheep were the first creatures to witness a sky filled with angels as their shepherds heard the good news of Jesus’ birth (Luke 2:8–15).

15 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them.

2012年5月22日 · Jesus knows those who are his. What is this knowledge? John 10:3 is a close parallel to John 10:27. It says, “The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out.” So, when Jesus says, “I know them,” this means at least that he knows them by name; that is, he knows them individually and intimately.

2024年12月19日 · Jesus is my shepherd and we are His sheep. 1. Psalm 23:1-3 A psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. 2. Isaiah 40:10-11 Yes, the Sovereign LORD is coming in power.

Jesus describes a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to find the one that is lost, emphasizing God's relentless pursuit of each individual. The apostle Peter also refers to Jesus as the "Shepherd and Overseer of your souls" (1 Peter 2:25), reinforcing the idea of Christ's ongoing care and guidance for believers. The Role of Human Shepherds

2024年7月31日 · By instructing Peter to feed his sheep, Jesus was emphasizing the importance of nurturing and caring for his followers. In this article, we’ll delve into the deeper implications of this command and explore how it relates to our own spiritual journey.

Jesus' knowledge of His sheep signifies His understanding of their needs, struggles, and individual characteristics. This reflects the personal relationship God desires with His people, as seen in Psalm 139 , where David speaks of God's intimate knowledge of him.