"Sheep are totally dependent upon the shepherd who tends them with care and compassion. Shepherds were the providers, guides, protectors and constant companions of sheep. So close was the bond between shepherd and sheep that to this day Middle Eastern shepherds can divide flocks that have mingled at a well or during the night simply by calling their sheep, who know and follow their shepherd’s voice. Shepherds were inseparable from their flocks. The shepherd would lead the sheep to safe places to graze and make them lie down for several hours in a shady place. Then, as night fell, the shepherd would lead the sheep to the protection of a sheepfold.” www.gotquestions.org/I-am-the-door.html

Today we will learn three timeless lessons from our wooly friends (the sheep) found in John 10.

1. Sheep know the voice of their shepherd. (John 10:1-4)

2. Sheep are very aware that they need protection. (John 10:5,12 & 13)

3. The sheep are SAVED by the shepherd. (John 10:7-17)

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