Jesus , The Shepherd 2

John 10:22-42

Scripture.  Choose the passage.  Have a plan, don’t make it a random passage inthe Bible.

Observation.  What does the passage say?  What is difficult to understand?  Whatdoes it say to me?

Application.  How do I apply these verses?  Is there something to give God thanksfor?  Is there is a sin to avoid?

Prayer.  Simply end your time with God talking with Him.

 

SCRIPTURE .  John 10:22-42.  Look it up in your Bible, on a Bible app or on Biblegateway.com or Biblehub.com.

 

The Jews are asking Jesus what?   And what is His response?  He goes back to the sheep reference.  They do not believe because they are not part of Jesus’ flock. 

 

Who is able to snatch His flock out of His hand?

 

The Jews pick up stones to kill Jesus because He is claiming to be God.  “I and the Father are one.” 

 

OBSERVATION. Think about what the verse says.  What instruction does it give?   If you have a journal or notebook, write down some thoughts.

 

What time of the year is it?

 

Where is Jesus walking?

 

Who begins to talk to Him and what do they want to know?

 

What is Jesus’ response? 

 

What else do you notice in this passage?

 

If you are part of Jesus’ flock it is because God has given you the ability to believe in Jesus.  Yes, Jesus, gives you the ability to believe in Him.  When you believe, you receive a brand-new heart spiritually.  You get a heart transplant!  And God begins to change you from the inside out.

 

 

APPLICATION

      S  Is there a sin for me to confess?

P. is there a promise for me to claim?

A.  Is there an attitude for me to change?

C.  Is there a command for me to obey?

E. Is there an example for me to follow?

 

Keep listening to the shepherd’s heart for you!  He loves you like crazy!!!

 PRAYER. Take a few moments to really talk to God.  Use CHAT to help you guide your prayer time.  But most of all, be real with God.  Talk to Him.

 

Confess

True confession is agreeing with God about your sin.  It includes repentance, doing a 180 from your sin.  Repentance is not just being sorry for being caught, but sorry for breaking the heart of God.  Examine your heart. Admit your faults.  Be teachable.

 

Honor

Honor God by praising Him for who He is.  You can do this by reading verse of praise or singing a song to God.

Ask

Ask God for your needs.  Praying for your own needs, both daily and crisis needs.  Also, pray for the needs of others.  Be specific!

Thank

Express gratitude for God has done!  Write it down so you can remember how God has answered your prayers!

 

 

Pray.  Remember, just talk to God.  Look at the ingredients above.  Not every prayer has to include all the ingredients.  Just remember, be honest.  Don’t try to sound religious or churchy.  Just be real as you talk to God.