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Jesus the Good Shepherd - Christocentric (Psalm 23)

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In John 10, Jesus made an audacious claim: "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." He was claiming to be the LORD of Psalm 23—David's divine Shepherd made flesh. ...

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Topics & Themes

Jesus Good Shepherd John 10 cross death

Scripture References

Psalm 23John 10:11

Emotional Tone

hope comfort trust

Audience

adults

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