Shepherd
When he has brought out all his own, he goes before them, and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice.
John 10:4 ESV
https://bible.com/bible/59/jhn.10.4.ESV
I heard about a tour of Israel where the holidaymakers noted someone driving sheep. 'Look at the shepherd!' they said. The tour guide corrected them. The shepherd leads. The one who drives the sheep is the butcher!
Jesus is an exceptionally good Shepherd. Not only does He lead His sheep, He lays down His life for them. Not only so, but He rose again victorious over death.
As the sheep of God, we might be treated by the world as sheep for the slaughter. In many parts of the world, Christians are severely persecuted. Thankfully we have a wonderful eternity to look forward to.
Jesus, for the joy set before Him, endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of God the Father. We follow where He is leading us, to eternal glory. We can endure some temporary trouble until He calls us home.
'Good Shepherd, please help us to follow You. Thank You for Your care of us, even if we should end up dying for You. For the glory of Your name, amen'
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