JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD (14 OF 32)
Scripture: John 10:1-21
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Jesus is The Good Shepherd (14 of 32)
Series: John
Patrick Edwards
John 10:1-21
Introduction: I think it's safe to say that never before have human beings lived in a time in which more things are competing for your allegiance, for your loyalty, than today. I mean, every day you the individual have to deal with so many 'kingdoms,' if you will, that want this from you and want that. Right? Just to name a few, there's the kingdom of career that demands your utmost loyalty, that expects to be your highest priority in regards to your time, your focus, your heart, and your allegiance. There's the kingdom of wealth that demands your unwavering devotion. There's the kingdom of public opinion that demands your complete compliance and, in fact, advocacy. There's the kingdom of family that demands you do this, this, and this for your kids, for your siblings, for your extended relations. I mean, the list goes on and on but you get the idea. You experience this reality. So many spheres of life that really want everything from you.
And so, how do they convince you to give them this kind of allegiance? How do they persuade you to give them your all? Well each kingdom makes you promises, 'If you will but give me your total allegiance then I will reward you with this.' Right? The kingdom of career promises you fulfillment and meaning (with a little wealth thrown in there too). The kingdom of wealth promises you peace and happiness. The kingdom of public opinion promises you acceptance and harmony (with a little fame thrown in there too). The kingdom of family promises you prestige and purpose. Of course, implicit in these promises are also threats and warnings. Like, 'If you don't give me your total allegiance then you won't have these things and your life will be terrible. So, give me your everything.'
Every day of your life in western civilization you are inundated with these beckons and calls, fed these promises and threats, leaving you, therefore, trying to pick o ...
Series: John
Patrick Edwards
John 10:1-21
Introduction: I think it's safe to say that never before have human beings lived in a time in which more things are competing for your allegiance, for your loyalty, than today. I mean, every day you the individual have to deal with so many 'kingdoms,' if you will, that want this from you and want that. Right? Just to name a few, there's the kingdom of career that demands your utmost loyalty, that expects to be your highest priority in regards to your time, your focus, your heart, and your allegiance. There's the kingdom of wealth that demands your unwavering devotion. There's the kingdom of public opinion that demands your complete compliance and, in fact, advocacy. There's the kingdom of family that demands you do this, this, and this for your kids, for your siblings, for your extended relations. I mean, the list goes on and on but you get the idea. You experience this reality. So many spheres of life that really want everything from you.
And so, how do they convince you to give them this kind of allegiance? How do they persuade you to give them your all? Well each kingdom makes you promises, 'If you will but give me your total allegiance then I will reward you with this.' Right? The kingdom of career promises you fulfillment and meaning (with a little wealth thrown in there too). The kingdom of wealth promises you peace and happiness. The kingdom of public opinion promises you acceptance and harmony (with a little fame thrown in there too). The kingdom of family promises you prestige and purpose. Of course, implicit in these promises are also threats and warnings. Like, 'If you don't give me your total allegiance then you won't have these things and your life will be terrible. So, give me your everything.'
Every day of your life in western civilization you are inundated with these beckons and calls, fed these promises and threats, leaving you, therefore, trying to pick o ...
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