Jesus uses the familiar image of a shepherd and his sheep to illustrate his love for his followers and our value to him. We are his prized possession—a possession he guides and protects and cares for, just as a shepherd nurtures his flock of sheep. Jesus’ words bring comfort and assurance to
The statement “I am the door,” found in John 10:7, is the third of seven “I am” declarations of Jesus recorded only in John’s Gospel. These “I am” proclamations point to His unique, divine identity and purpose. In this “I am” statement, Jesus colorfully points out for us the exclusive nature of
One day Jesus feeds a throng of people by multiplying a few small loaves of bread and a couple dried fish (John 6:1-14)—but the next day the people are hungry again! Jesus tries to point them (and us) to spiritual nourishment that satisfies our hearts forever.