The Good Shepherd (January 4, 2026)
January 4, 2026 (Lesson 5)
UNIT THEME: The Gospel by John
The Good Shepherd
- Sheep Know the Shepherd’s Voice (John 10:1-10)
- Jesus Sacrifices Himself for His Sheep (John 10:11-21)
- 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)