My Sheep Hear My Voice
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My Sheep Hear My Voice
In John 10:11, Jesus says, “I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” Jesus certainly is the shepherd of all shepherds. There is no one like Him. A shepherd’s job consists of protecting his sheep from predators of various sorts — and he will fight with his utmost to protect his sheep. That Jesus did.
King David is also an example of a good shepherd. To protect his sheep, he fought and killed lions and bears. Then, to console his flock of sheep, David played his harp and sang songs of praise to our Lord. His sheep recognized his voice and realized they were under the protection of a good shepherd. David’s comforting voice brought peace to his flock. In that same circumstance, David realized that the LORD God Almighty was his good shepherd. David always looked to God for the help he needed and was well aware of God’s word and promises to His people. Remembering God’s comforting words brought peace to David’s heart.
In John 10:27-28, Jesus says, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me; and I give eternal life to them, and they shall never perish; and no one shall snatch them out of My hand.”
Everyone who “hears” Jesus’ voice in the gospel message is Jesus’ very own sheep. When we recognize the power, love, and authority of our Good Shepherd, in the Word of God, we willingly follow Him and seek to stay under His almighty protection in this life. It is so comforting to know that in Jesus’ care, we have eternal life. There is the reassurance that we will never perish — and no one can take us away from Jesus’ protection.
The humble, godly attitude and faith that a shepherd needs in doing his job rightly might very well have played a part in why God’s angels announced the Savior’s birth first to the shepherds. (Luke 2:8-20) Like David, these shepherds knew God’s word well and trusted in the Lord to help them do their dangerous job well. They realized and rejoiced that God had kept His age-old promise of a Savior from our sins. In other words, they were savvy and wise enough to “hear My voice”, as they heard the angels’ announcement.
Do we hear Jesus’ voice calling us to repentance and eternal life? Are we savvy and wise enough to follow Him and always stay under His almighty protection?
In the peace of God’s almighty love for us, we say, “Hallelujah! My Lord, thank You for calling me to be a part of Your flock. Thank You for taking such good care of me and always keeping me safe in Your hands.”
Love,
Margaret
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A Christian devotional to glorify the LORD of lords and God of gods
This is the day which the LORD has made;
Let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24
The word of the LORD is tried;
He is a shield to all who take refuge in Him.
Psalm 18:30
Sing for joy in the LORD, O you righteous ones;
Praise is becoming to the upright.
Psalm 33:1
How blessed are those who dwell in Thy house!
They are ever praising Thee.
Psalm 84:4
Just as a father has compassion on his children,
So the LORD has compassion on those who fear Him.
Psalm 103:13
Oh give thanks to the LORD, for He is good;
For His lovingkindness is everlasting.
Psalm 107:1
Glory in His holy name;
Let the heart of those who seek the LORD be glad.
Psalm 105:3
Not that I have already obtained it, or have already become perfect, but I press on in order that
I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:12
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