In this Thanksgiving season, we have much to be grateful for — but our greatest reason for gratitude is not found on our table, it’s found in our Shepherd. In this episode of Timeless Truths, Pastor Jerry Burns continues the powerful series on the “I AM” declarations of Jesus, turning to one of the most tender and profound — “I am the Good Shepherd.”
From John 10, we see that Jesus is more than a guide — He is our Savior, our protector, and our closest friend. He knows His sheep by name. He provides for them, protects them from the enemy, and pursues those who wander. Unlike the hireling who runs when danger comes, the Good Shepherd runs toward it — laying down His life so His sheep might live.
You’ll discover:
- The Shepherd’s Provision — Christ’s loving and lasting sacrifice.
- The Shepherd’s Protection — His care when others abandon you.
- The Shepherd’s Personal Care — His friendship and fellowship with each believer.
- The Shepherd’s Pursuit — His heart for the lost and His global call to salvation.
- The Shepherd’s Power — His authority to lay down His life and take it up again.
This message reminds us that the Shepherd’s voice still calls today — gentle, loving, and full of grace. If you’ve wandered, He’s still seeking. If you’re weary, He’s still watching. And if you’re thankful, it’s because He first gave His life for you.
🎵 Featured Song: “Saved by the Blood”
📖 Scripture Reading: John 10:11–18