The Good Shepherd (January 4, 2026)

January 4, 2026
The Good Shepherd (January 4, 2026)


January 4, 2026 (Lesson 5)
UNIT THEME: The Gospel by John
The Good Shepherd


  1. Sheep Know the Shepherd’s Voice (John 10:1-10)

  2. Jesus Sacrifices Himself for His Sheep (John 10:11-21)

  3. The Shepherd Knows His Sheep (John 10:22-30)

Truth: Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, leads and provides for us.
Focus: Understand Jesus has good purposes for those who follow Him and learn to attend to His voice.
Emphasis: Sinners who turn to Jesus receive salvation and come under His care.

Golden Text: John 10:11 (ESV) ~ I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.

Daily Devotions:


  • Monday - The Shepherd of Israel (Psalm 80:1-3)

  • Tuesday - The Divine Shepherd’s Flock (Isaiah 40:9-11)

  • Wednesday - The Shepherd-Savior Smitten (Zechariah 13:7-9)

  • Thursday - Compassion of the Good Shepherd (Matthew 18:10-14)

  • Friday - Imitate the Chief Shepherd (1 Peter 5:1-4)

  • Saturday - The Shepherd Wipes Away Every Tear (Revelation 7:13-17)