Living Under Christ’s Authority

john 10:

John 10:27 ESV

27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.

The sheep & the Shepherd

We Hear the Shepherd’s Voice

Familiarity - through the Word of God

Recognition

Relationship

ILLUS: Each Shepherd have a unique call for their sheep . . .

They do not ignore and do not reject the call of Christ. They hear it and come to Him.

We Are Under the Shepherd’s Vision

He sees and recognizes us

Cares for

Provides for

Loves

ILLUS:

We Follow the Shepherd

We go where the Shepherd leads

He directs our path

Proverbs 3:5–7 ESV

5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. 7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.

Proverbs 3:7 ESV

7 Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil.

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Proverbs 3:7