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Our Shepherd
“He calleth His own sheep by name, and leadeth them out” (John 10:3).
“My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:27).
Our Shepherd, the Lord Jesus, desires that we follow Him. He calls us, we hear His voice, and we follow. How simple a formula this is, and yet how often we miss it. To follow the Good Shepherd is to experience His love, His care, and the joy and peace that result from obedience and the enjoyment of His presence and approval. When you doubt His wisdom and love, then repeat, with David, “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever” (Psalm 23:1-6).
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