Podcasts about Good Shepherd

The Psalms speak about the Savior. Every song listed in that matchless book points us to God; but when we see Christ unveiled in the New Testament, we go back and sing these songs with new meaning and greater understanding.The sermon today is titled "The Good Shepherd." This sermon is the eighth installment in our series "Psalms and the Savior." The Scripture reading is from Psalm 23 (ESV). Originally preached at the West Side Church of Christ (Searcy, AR) on November 2, 2025. All lessons fit under 6 broad categories: Begin, Instill, Discover, Grow, Learn, and Serve. This sermon is filed under LEARN: Christian Scripture.Click here if you would like to watch the sermon or read a transcript.Podcast Notes (resources used or referenced):Thank you for listening!I'd love to connect with you!Watch sermons and find transcripts at nathanguy.com.Follow along each Sunday through YouTube livestream and find a study guide on the sermon notes page.Follow me @nathanpguy (facebook/instagram/twitter)Subscribe to my email newsletter on substack.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJohn 10:11 (NIV) — The Good Shepherd Never Leaves His Sheep Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Today's Nations: Australia • Canada • Brazil • Romania • France • Hungary Theme: Rest • Care • Faithfulness As the day reaches its busiest moment, you may feel stretched in every direction. Pause for a moment. The Good Shepherd knows where you are, walks beside you and never loses sight of those He loves. Scripture (NIV) “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” — John 10:11 Lord Jesus, thank You for being our Good Shepherd. Lead those who feel uncertain, restore those who are weary and gently draw near to anyone feeling forgotten today. Help us recognise Your voice above every distraction and trust Your leading even when the path ahead is unclear. Gather our families, our communities and our nations beneath Your loving care, reminding us that we are safely held in Your hands. Fear will not win, because our Shepherd never abandons His flock. May the peace of Christ guide your heart today and remind you that His loving care surrounds you wherever you are. Que el Buen Pastor te acompañe hoy, fortalezca tu corazón y te recuerde que jamás estás fuera de Su amor y de Su cuidado. Que o Bom Pastor conduza os seus passos, renove a sua esperança e faça você descansar na segurança do Seu amor. Nawa'y samahan ka ng Mabuting Pastol ngayon, palakasin ang iyong puso at ipaalala sa iyo na hindi ka Niya kailanman iiwan. Daily Prayer, John 10, Good Shepherd, Midday Prayer, Christian Podcast, Faith, Hope, DailyPrayer.uk  John 10:11 prayer, Good Shepherd devotional, midday Christian prayer, daily Bible encouragement, DailyPrayer.uk Hidden Treasures: Discover more Bible-based prayers in the Hidden Treasures library, inspired by Isaiah 45:3 (NIV), and continue your daily walk with Christ.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Have you ever felt like life is moving faster than your soul can keep up?In this powerful message, Pastor Greg Ford explores what it truly means to have a healthy soul according to Scripture. Beginning in Genesis 2, he unpacks the biblical meaning of the Hebrew word nefesh and reveals that your soul is your whole living self: your body, mind, emotions, relationships, desires, and life before God.In a culture that constantly celebrates productivity, busyness, and achievement, this sermon offers a biblical invitation to slow down, embrace God's rhythm of Sabbath, and allow your soul to be restored. Through passages from Genesis, Exodus, Psalms, and the teachings of Jesus, you'll discover why God created rest as a gift, not a burden, and how neglecting your soul can cost more than you realize.If you've been feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, spiritually dry, emotionally depleted, or simply disconnected from God, this message offers practical, biblical wisdom for finding peace and becoming whole again.In this message you'll discover:• What the Bible says your soul really is• The meaning of nefesh and God's design for human flourishing• Why Sabbath is about restoration, not religious obligation• How Jesus restores what busyness often steals• Five biblical keys to restoring your soul• How to recognize when your soul is unhealthy• Why remembering God's faithfulness renews your spirit• How to return to the Good Shepherd when life feels overwhelming• Why gaining the whole world is never worth losing yourselfNo matter how successful or productive life appears on the outside, God cares deeply about the condition of your soul. His invitation is not simply to work harder, but to find rest, renewal, and lasting peace in His presence.If you've just made a decision for Christ, please respond HERE: https://www.one.church/jesusTo Support this Ministry: https://www.one.church/giveWebsite: https://www.one.church/One Church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/onedotchurchOne Church Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onedotchurchGreg Ford Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregoryafordOne Church is on a mission to ignite a movement that reaches adisconnected culture.#onechurch #gregford #purpose

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Send us your feedback — we're listeningJohn 10:27–28 (NIV) — Safe in the Shepherd's Hands Tonight Live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. United States • United Kingdom • Romania • Hungary • Botswana • Israel Security • Peace • Rest As this day quietly comes to its close, allow your heart to settle into the certainty that you are safely held by the One who knows you completely. Long before this day began, the Good Shepherd was watching over your life, and throughout every moment He has remained faithful. As the evening grows still, let every anxious thought give way to the quiet confidence that you belong to Christ, and nothing can separate you from His loving care. John 10:27–28 (NIV) “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand.” Heavenly Father, thank You for Your unfailing love that surrounds us each day. Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd, thank You that we are secure in Your hands and never beyond Your care. Holy Spirit, bring calm to every troubled mind, comfort every weary heart and fill every home with Your gentle peace tonight. Help us to release the burdens we have carried today and trust You with everything that tomorrow may bring. As we rest, renew our strength, deepen our faith and remind us that Your presence remains with us through every hour of the night. May we sleep in peace, confident that You are watching over us with perfect love. Today we declare that fear will not win, because our lives are safely held in the hands of our Good Shepherd. We pray for every listener joining us from the United States, the United Kingdom, Romania, Hungary, Botswana, Israel and across the world. May the Lord watch over you tonight, fill your heart with His peace and awaken you tomorrow with fresh hope. Señor Jesús, gracias porque estamos seguros en Tus manos. Amén. Senhor Jesus, obrigado porque estamos seguros nas Tuas mãos. Amém. Panginoong Jesus, salamat dahil ligtas kami sa Iyong mga kamay. Amen. John 10, Evening Prayer, Good Shepherd, Christian Prayer, DailyPrayer.uk, Peace, Rest, Faith, Bible, Jesus John 10:27–28 NIV, Christian evening prayer, Good Shepherd, prayer before sleep, safe in God's hands, DailyPrayer.uk Discover Hidden Treasures, inspired by Isaiah 45:3, and explore our growing prayer library at DailyPrayer.uk.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Sermons preached at Church of the Good Shepherd, Maitland, Florida.

That You May Believe, Part 31: John 10:1-21Ps Kyle preaches how Jesus is the Good Shepherd who knows His people, calls them by name, lays down His life for them, and gives them abundant life.

Jesus is the Good Shepherd. In life we have a choice between 2 paths and 2 people. There isn't a third option. The Good Shepherd and Abundant Life or the Thief that steals, kills and destroys. To say “No” to the Good shepherd is to say “Yes” to the Thief. Jesus is leading us into the best life possible.

(English below)神様があなたを特別な目的と素晴らしい旅路のために造ってくれたことを知っていますか？今週のフェリックス牧師のメッセージでは、良い羊飼いであるイエスを信頼することが、どのようにあなたの旅路に本当の喜びをもたらすのかをシェアしてくれます！【SNSで繋がろう】ウェブサイト: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehousetokyoFacebook: facebook.com/lifehousetokyoビデオメッセージ: https://mylifehouse.com/ja/online/#messages ------------------------------Did you know that God has created you with a unique purpose and a great journey ahead? In this week's message, Ps. Felix shares how trusting Jesus as your Good Shepherd can bring real joy to your journey!CONNECT WITH US:Website: mylifehouse.comInstagram: instagram.com/lifehousetokyoFacebook: facebook.com/lifehousetokyoVideo Messages: https://mylifehouse.com/ja/online/#messages English Message Podcast: https://lifehousemessages.captivate.fm/listen

In Episode 206, we explore John 10:11-18 and Jesus' powerful declaration: "I am the good shepherd." Jesus draws a sharp and revealing contrast between two kinds of leaders. The hired hand works for a paycheck. When the wolf comes—when things get dangerous, when the cost gets too high—he runs. The sheep don't belong to him. He doesn't love them. He leaves them to face the wolf alone. But the Good Shepherd stays. Not because He has to. Not because He's trapped or obligated. But because He chooses to. "No one can take my life from me," Jesus says. "I sacrifice it voluntarily." This is not a reluctant sacrifice made under compulsion. This is love in its purest form—a shepherd who sees the wolf coming and steps between the wolf and the sheep. Through guided meditation, discover what makes Jesus' shepherding so profoundly personal. "I know my own sheep," He says. "And they know me—just as my Father knows me and I know the Father." Jesus doesn't just die for a crowd or a concept or a religious category. He dies for sheep He knows by name. He knows your fears. He knows your wandering. He knows the places you've been scattered and the wounds you carry from it. He knows the needs you haven't voiced and the prayers you've been afraid to pray. And He came anyway. He stayed anyway. He laid down His life anyway. This episode explores the radical nature of Jesus' voluntary sacrifice. "No one can take my life from me. I sacrifice it voluntarily. For I have the authority to lay it down when I want to and also to take it up again." Jesus is not a victim of circumstances. He is not caught off guard by the cross. He walks toward it with full knowledge and full authority, choosing to lay down His life because He knows His sheep and loves them completely. Learn what it means to be truly known by Jesus—not just generally as part of humanity, but personally, specifically, by name. Discover how this changes everything about how you face your fears, your struggles, and your hidden needs. Find the courage to bring one unspoken need to the Good Shepherd today—the worry you haven't voiced, the fear you've been managing alone, the need you haven't brought to anyone because it feels too small or too complicated or too shameful. Experience the freedom and rest that comes from trusting a Shepherd who doesn't run when things get hard, who knows you completely, and who chose to lay down His life specifically for you.

Confronted by Truth, Safe in His Care.This reading connects two unforgettable moments in Scripture: the raw accountability of 2 Samuel 12 ("You are the man!") and the comforting protection of John 10 ("I am the Good Shepherd"). Join us for an evening of Scripture, reflection, and community.Connect with us on social:Telegram: @beholdisraelchannelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/amir.tsarfati/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beholdisrael/X: https://x.com/beholdisraelYouTube: https://youtube.com/@beholdisrael

Psalm 23 compares the goodness of God to the goodness of the shepherd who tends to his sheep. Jesus said he is the Good Shepherd, willing to lay down his life for his sheep. But what does this metaphor actually mean, and how does it benefit your life? In this message, Pastor Rick shares the blessings you receive from having Jesus as your Good Shepherd.If you get confused or wander away, Jesus will find you and bring you back. Every person matters to him! Don't miss Pastor's Rick's teaching on Jesus' rescue mission to bring you home to heaven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

Who is this Jesus? He is the Good Shepherd!Jesus asked his disciples "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?” They gave several answers as to whom people thought Jesus was. Then Jesus asked them the most important question they were ever asked, "But who do you say that I am?” Every person must answer this question!In this Faith for My Generation podcast episode we discuss seven bold prayers that every person must pray!If you prayed the prayer of Salvation please fill out this form so that we can mail you a free gift!https://gospeltabernacle.breezechms.com/form/salvationIf you would like to check out all our resources, send a message, or sow a seed into the ministry work please visit:https://www.faithformygeneration.com

The Towel and the Basin: The Heart of a Servant – John 13:1–17 In Episode 145 of Divine Table Talk, Jamie and Jane begin one of the most intimate and transformative sections of the Gospel of John. In John 13:1–17, Jesus—the King of kings—kneels to wash the feet of His disciples, revealing that true greatness in God's Kingdom is found in humble service. Together, they unpack the significance of this unforgettable moment, exploring what it means to love sacrificially, lead with humility, and serve others with the heart of Christ. Peter's struggle to accept Jesus' act of service also reminds us that following Jesus means learning both to receive His grace and to extend it to others. This episode is an invitation to exchange pride for humility, status for service, and self-centered living for the example Jesus modeled on the night before the cross. As followers of Christ, we're not just called to admire His example—we're called to live it. Who is Jesus inviting me to serve with humility this week, and am I willing to lay down my pride to love like He loved?____________________________________ Connect with Jamie: Website: www.jamieklusacek.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieklusacek Connect with Jane: Website: www.janewwilliams.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janewwilliams

“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts;the whole earth is full of his glory!”Isaiah 6:3"Earth's crammed with heaven,And every common bush afire with God;But only he who sees takes off his shoes—The rest sit round it and pluck blackberries."Elizabeth Barrett Browining“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.Matthew 5:8By faith we understand that the universe was created by the word of God, so that what is seen was not made out of things that are visible.Hebrews 11:3All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made.John 1:3O Lord, how manifold are your works!    In wisdom have you made them all;    the earth is full of your creatures.Here is the sea, great and wide,    which teems with creatures innumerable,    living things both small and great.Psalm 104:24-25Colorado Picture*Fish Picture*GOD IS NOT HIDING HIMSELF FROM YOU.THE LIFE OF WONDERWonder: a feeling of awe or astonishment.2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: with two he covered his face, and with two he covered his feet, and with two he flew. 3 And one called to another and said:“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of his glory!”Isaiah 6:2-3Wonder is for the CHILDREN of God.At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2 And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them 3 and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 4 Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.Matthew 18:1-4God is better than you think.25 Now there are also many other things that Jesus did. Were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written.John 21:25THE BARRIER TO WONDER24 Now Thomas, one of the twelve, called the Twin, was not with them when Jesus came. 25 So the other disciples told him, “We have seen the Lord.” But he said to them, “Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will never believe.”John 20:24-25The barrier to wonder is a heart that cannot see beyond physical sightWe are and remain such creeping Christians, because we look at ourselves and not at Christ; because we gaze at the marks of our own soiled feet, and the trail of our own defiled garments, instead of up at the snows of purity, whither the should of Christ is climbed.George Macdonald26 Eight days later, his disciples were inside again, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side. Do not disbelieve, but believe.”John 20:26-27THE BRIDGE TO WONDERThe Bridge to Wonder is the eyes the heart being opened to see Jesus rightly.It is not His will that one of His little ones should perish and, therefore, He chases away unbelief, which is their deadliest foe. The Good Shepherd will leave the 99 to seek the one wanderer! If Thomas is the most unbelieving, Thomas shall have the most care! He is only one, but yet he is one, and the Lord Jesus will not lose one whom He has ordained to save!Charles Spurgeon27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side. Do not disbelieve, but believe.”John 20:27THE RESPONSE TO WONDER28 Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” John 20:28It had flashed upon the mind of Thomas that this august Person whom he had regarded as the Messiah was also God. He saw that the Man at whose feet he had sat was more than man and was assuredly God, and this amazed him so that he used broken speech. He does not say, “You are my Lord and my God,” as a man would say who is making a doctrinal statement, but he brings it out in fragments. He makes adoration of it.Charles Spurgeon27 To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.Colossians 1:27

In this episode of the Hope + Help Podcast, host Christine Chappell interviews Tim St. John about his book, After Church Hurt: Healing in the Care of the Good Shepherd. During the conversation, Tim discusses the complex issue of church hurt, how to identify it, and how helpers can compassionately support those affected. He shares practical insights from his book and biblical perspectives to guide counselors and discipleship leaders. View the full show notes & links for this episode: ibcd.org/church-hurt-tim-st-john The Hope + Help Podcast offers biblical conversations about life's challenging problems. The podcast accomplishes this by offering a mix of interviews with seasoned biblical counseling professionals and ministry leaders on a variety of topics. Hosted by Christine Chappell. To learn more about the show and to access helpful resources, visit ibcd.org/hopeandhelp. Connect with host Christine Chappell at https://christinemchappell.com. IBCD's Hope + Help Podcast is available on most podcast streaming platforms, so please don't keep the show a secret! If you know someone walking through a challenging season of life, please share the Hope + Help Podcast with them.

Psalm 23 compares the goodness of God to the goodness of the shepherd who tends to his sheep. Jesus said he is the Good Shepherd, willing to lay down his life for his sheep. But what does this metaphor actually mean, and how does it benefit your life? In this message, Pastor Rick shares the blessings you receive from having Jesus as your Good Shepherd.Jesus always knows more about your life than you do. He knows the way you should go, even when you don't. Join Pastor Rick as he shares the comfort of having a Shepherd who always knows more than his sheep. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

IntroductionLast week we considered God's promise to Abram that the Lord is our shield. Lord's Day 21 expands that promise from individuals to the community. It expands to his holy assembly. While our culture prizes independence, Scripture reminds us that Christianity is never simply "my Bible and me." Christ gathers a people for himself, and it is within his church that he nurtures, strengthens, and preserves his saints. The One Triune God Gathers his People When we confess belief in the "holy catholic church," we are confessing faith in the universal church, not the Roman Catholic Church. The Apostles' Creed uses this language to communicate that from the beginning, God has always intended to gather a people who would fellowship with him. In fact, throughout covenant history God has always worked in the context of a community. Man was not created to be alone. (Genesis 2:18). Man was created to spread out across the earth, to produce, and to multiply in God's perfect creation. Unfortunately, we live in a fallen world. The Lord promised to divide the seed of the woman and the seed of the serpent (Genesis 3:15). The champion seed, Christ, will rise from the seed of the woman and defeat the serpent. One thing we cannot miss is that the Lord will divide the human race. Now, in a fallen world, we see that Christ gathers his people through his word and Spirit. The ordinary means God uses to call sinners is the preaching of the gospel. That is why the church itself is evangelistic. We invite people into the place where Christ speaks through his Word. We are not invited or called to live on our own apart from Christ's community. Conversion ultimately belongs to God's sovereign work. Some are converted dramatically, others gradually, and covenant children often cannot remember a day they did not believe. Whatever the manner, it is Christ who gathers his elect throughout history into one covenant family. No, the church is not perfect, and in this life there will be hypocrites mixed into the church. (I Corinthians 5; Belgic Confession Article 29)Christ Unites his People in himselfThe church is not some club or just some organization where we pay our dues. No, the church is Christ's body. Romans 8 reminds us repeatedly that we are heirs together with Christ. Salvation is not merely individual but corporate. Every believer shares equally in Christ's inheritance through adoption as we take hold of Christ by faith.Because we belong to one body, every member has gifts to use for the good of the whole. Rather than asking, "What can this church do for me?" we ought to ask, "How can I serve Christ by serving his people?" (Romans 12). Paul reminds us that we have not received a spirit of slavery but of adoption. We are not terrified of God like he is some unstable king. No, we approach God as Abba, Father, sharing the same family privilege Christ has secured for us. Our identity is no longer found in proving ourselves worthy but in belonging to God's family through grace alone by faith alone. Christ Guards his ChurchRomans 8 offers one of Scripture's greatest assurances. Yes, we will suffer. Paul does not deny suffering. Christians grieve. Christ himself wept at Lazarus' tomb and over Jerusalem. We taste Christ's blessing by faith and the Spirit, but we have not arrived at the full glory. Romans 8:28 is not a command to suppress grief but a promise that God will redeem even our darkest seasons and most trying times for our eternal good. We don't just carelessly say this to people who are grieving, as this is not going to be necessarily helpful. However, as we reflect back on life, we can see that God has shaped us and moulded us through those trying times. We say that he did not cause it, but he allowed it for reasons he has not revealed to us. We need to remember that in the fall we wanted chaos, disorder, and abuse. We can get discouraged in this life. So, Paul shows that God's intention is to finish the work that he started. God has chosen us, and God will bring us to full glorification. In fact, as Paul lists 10 and 7 things that can come against us, ultimately we ponder these triumphant questions: Who can bring a charge against God's elect?Who can condemn?Who can separate us from the love of Christ?His answer is emphatic: No one. Christ's work is so sure that there is no power, there is no army, there is no authority that will destroy us. In fact, when Paul cites Psalm 44:22, we read in the Psalm that David is waiting for an answer. Paul gives the answer: “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.” (Romans 8:37)The Good Shepherd loses none of those whom the Father has given him.ConclusionThe communion of saints is not merely a comforting doctrine; it is the reality that our life is held together in Christ. Because Christ has gathered us, united us, and promised never to forsake us, we are free to encourage one another through every season of life. The emphasis is encouragement. Sometimes we sit quietly with a friend. This is probably the most effective time Job's counselors interacted with him. The reality is that sometimes we have nothing to say, and we just sit with someone so they are not alone. Sometimes we rehearse the promises of Scripture. Discerning what is pleasing to the Lord is not always easy. Ultimately, we want to avoid shallow answers to suffering; we remind one another that our faithful Savior is still working, still defending, and still leading his people home. He may seem silent, but he is actively working in our lives to shepherd us to glory. As we serve Christ by serving his church, we press on together with this confidence: Nothing can separate God's people from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Let that be our hope.

Robert J. Morgan, teaching pastor at The Donelson Fellowship in Nashville and author of “The Lord is My Shepherd,” discusses the timeless message of Psalm 23, why it has comforted believers for thousands of years, and what it teaches us about trusting the Good Shepherd. https://www.robertjmorgan.com/

“So that they may all be one, as you, Father, are in me and I in you, that they also may be in us, that the world may believe that you sent me.” John 17:21    Submit a Podcast Listener Question HERE!    Podcasts by Series  Level One Book Study  Level Two Book Study  Laura Accettullo helps us explore the Montessori philosophy of Cosmic Education more deeply, highlighting its connection to peace and religious education.  Since being introduced to the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd in 2000, Laura has received CGS certification in Levels I, II, III and Infant-Toddler, an A.M.I. Assistants to Infancy Orientation certificate, and is additionally recognized as a CGS National Formation Leader for Levels I and II. A Montessori child herself, Laura is co-founder of John XXIII Montessori Center where she currently prays with children in the Level II, Level III and the Toddler Atrium. Laura and her husband have nine grown children and 20 grandchildren and continue to work on their farm in the Shenandoah Valley of VA.        Podcasts Episodes You May Be Interested In:    158: Stories from the Atrium  161: RPC2 Ch. 2- Mystery of Time   160: Introduction and Ch.1 of RPC2   139: What to try when things seem to be failing with Cathy Johanni   124: Work of the Second Plane Child  55: Cosmic Education           Books you might be interested in:  Ways of Holy Joy  Drinking from the Sources  The Religious Potential of the Child 6 to 12 Year Olds  History of the Kingdom of God Part 1: Creation to Parouisa  History of the Kingdom of God Part 2: Liturgy and the Building of the Kingdom  Life in the Vine: The Joyful Journey Continues      BECOME A CGSUSA MEMBER    CGS 7 Minute Video      CGS Atrium Locator - Please check if your church atrium in in our atrium locator.  If not, please send this link to the COORDINATOR of your CGS program to add your atrium to the locator. THANK YOU! If you have any questions please email contact@cgsusa.org    Find out more about CGS:       Learn more about the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd     Follow us on Social Media-  Facebook at “The United States Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd”  Instagram-  cgsusa  Twitter- @cgsusa  Pinterest- Natl Assoc of Catechesis of the Good Shepherd USA  YouTube- catechesisofthegoodshepherd 

Recorded live at the Rocky Mountain Catholic Home Educators Conference (June 20, 2026)Our homes are not just places where we live—they are places where souls are formed.In this keynote from the 2026 Rocky Mountain Catholic Home Educators Conference, Samantha Stephenson invites parents to see their vocation with fresh eyes. In a culture saturated with anxiety, distraction, algorithms, and competing voices, mothers and fathers are called to become guardians of their homes—carefully discerning what enters their family's imagination, habits, and hearts.Drawing from Scripture, Catholic tradition, and practical wisdom for everyday family life, Samantha explores how we can cultivate homes rooted in truth, beauty, goodness, and peace. Rather than reacting to every cultural trend or technological advance, Christian families are called to become intentional communities that form children capable of recognizing the voice of the Good Shepherd.Whether you're homeschooling, raising young children, or simply longing for a more peaceful home, this talk offers encouragement and practical tools for reclaiming your family's attention, imagination, and mission.In this episode:Why parents are the primary formators of their children's hearts and mindsHow modern media and technology compete for our attentionLearning to recognize the difference between God's voice and the voices of fear, consumerism, and distractionBuilding a home centered on truth, beauty, and goodnessCreating habits that foster peace instead of anxietyPractical ways to cultivate silence, prayer, and wonder in family lifeWhy the culture of your home matters more than the culture around youIf this episode encouraged you, please consider subscribing, leaving a review, and sharing it with another parent who could use a little encouragement.Connect with Samantha

In this study of Psalm 23, Pastor Rick teaches about the never-ending goodness of God—the answer to the worry, regret, indecision, emotional pain, and fear in your life. Discover how your life can be transformed when you understand and believe in God's goodness.Psalm 23 compares the goodness of God to the goodness of the shepherd who tends to his sheep. Jesus said he is the Good Shepherd, willing to lay down his life for his sheep. But what does this metaphor actually mean, and how does it benefit your life? In this message, Pastor Rick shares the blessings you receive from having Jesus as your Good Shepherd.If you bring your problems to Jesus, he doesn't put you down. He lifts you up! He doesn't hassle you; he heals you. Pastor Rick teaches how Jesus' compassion reveals the goodness of God and how letting Jesus guide you will help you conquer your daily problems. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

What does your faith look like on a Monday morning? First Peter 2:18-25 is one of the most practical and challenging passages in the New Testament, addressing how Christians are called to live out their faith in the workplace, in difficult relationships, and in moments of unjust suffering. This passage begins with a call to honor those in authority, even when that authority is unjust. Peter is not writing only to ancient household servants. He is writing to anyone who has a person in authority over them. The standard for how a Christian works is not determined by how fair the boss is or how fulfilling the job is. It is determined by the lordship of Jesus Christ over every area of life. Colossians 3:23-24 reinforces this, calling believers to work heartily as for the Lord, not for men. One of the most searching questions in this passage is whether your faith is visible enough to create any friction with the world around you. Second Timothy 3:12 is clear that those who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will face some form of persecution. If there is zero tension between your faith and your daily life, that may not be a sign of peace. It may be a sign that your faith is not visible enough to be noticed. Peter also draws a sharp distinction between enduring consequences for your own wrongdoing and enduring suffering for doing what is right. The latter, he says, is a gracious thing in the sight of God. And before responding in anger to someone who has wronged you, the honest question to ask is whether that anger is righteous indignation on behalf of others or self-vindication on behalf of yourself. The passage reaches its theological center in verses 22 through 25, where Peter describes what Christ actually accomplished. Jesus committed no sin. He was reviled and did not retaliate. He suffered and did not threaten. He entrusted Himself to the Father who judges justly. And He bore our sins in His body on the cross so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. This is penal substitutionary atonement. His righteousness was credited to us. Our debt was nailed to the cross. That is the great exchange at the heart of the gospel. The passage closes with a picture of Jesus as the Good Shepherd who does not wait for wandering sheep to find their own way back. He goes after them, lays them on His shoulders, and carries them home with joy. Topics covered include Christian suffering, workplace faith, submitting to authority, enduring injustice, the example of Christ, penal substitutionary atonement, the Good Shepherd, grace in relationships, and living out the gospel daily. Keywords: 1 Peter 2:18-25, Christian suffering, unjust suffering, faith at work, submitting to authority, enduring injustice, penal substitutionary atonement, the Good Shepherd, gospel transformation, Colossians 3:23, workplace Christianity, daily Christian living, grace in relationships, Christ on the cross, Bible study, expository preaching, New Testament sermon

Psalm 23 is one of the most memorized and quoted passages in the entire Bible. But do you really know what it means? This deep dive into Psalm 23 unpacks the full meaning of this beloved psalm, exploring what it truly means that God is your Shepherd and your Host.Written by King David, who was himself a shepherd before he became king of Israel, Psalm 23 is not just a comforting poem. It is a personal testimony of trust in God forged through real hardship, including years of running for his life and surviving in the wilderness. David writes from experience, and that is what makes this psalm so powerful.In this teaching, you will discover:What kind of psalm Psalm 23 is and why it functions like a spiritual lullabyWhat David really meant when he wrote "I lack nothing"Why God prepares a table in the presence of your enemies instead of simply removing themWhat it means to follow God as your Shepherd and receive from Him as your HostHow Jesus fulfills every promise in Psalm 23 as the Good ShepherdWhether you are going through a dark valley, struggling with anxiety or fear, or simply want to understand one of the most famous Bible passages more deeply, this teaching on Psalm 23 is for you.Topics covered include: Psalm 23 meaning, Psalm 23 explained, God as shepherd, God as host, trust in God, Bible study Psalm 23, David and the psalms, green pastures and still waters, the valley of the shadow of death, goodness and mercy, dwelling in the house of the Lord, Jesus the Good Shepherd, John 10:11, 2 Peter 1:3, Psalm 121, Christian faith, Bible teaching, Old Testament psalms, psalms of trust, overcoming fear and anxiety with scripture.If you have ever wondered what Psalm 23 really means for your everyday life, this is the teaching that will help it move from your mind to your soul.Subscribe for weekly Bible teaching and sermon content designed to help you grow in your faith and understand Scripture in a deeper, more personal way.

Did Jesus really die in your place? In this Words From The Word daily devotion, Pastor Roderick Webster opens the Scriptures to show us something that should stop us in our tracks — the Good Shepherd became our substitute. Drawing from 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:7, John 3:18, John 10:11, and Psalms 103:10 in the KJV, Pastor Webster walks us through one of the most powerful truths in all of Scripture.You might be asking: Why didn't Jesus defend Himself when they mocked and abused Him? What does it mean that He bore our sins in His own body? How can a just God let guilty sinners go free? What does it mean to be condemned already?Key points from this devotion:- Jesus is our submissive shepherd — He had the power to stop it all but chose not to- He is our silent lamb — Isaiah 53:7 foretold He would not open His mouth- He is our substitutionary shepherd — He took the punishment we deserved- Without Christ, every person stands condemned — John 3:18- He did not deal with us according to our sins — Psalms 103:10If this devotion blessed you, please like, leave a comment, and share it with someone who needs to hear this today. Subscribe so you never miss a daily devotion from Good News Baptist Church.#WordsFromTheWord #KJV #BibleDevotion #ChristianLiving #GoodNewsBaptistChurchStay connected with GNBC:

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Jesus said in John 10:27, “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” Here’s what Jesus didn’t say – “Only a select few, super spiritual will hear my voice.” No, he said, “My sheep listen to my voice.” Jesus calls himself our Good Shepherd. What does that mean? In ancient Israel, a shepherd wasn’t just the owner of sheep – a shepherd was the one who lived with the sheep. His entire life was dedicated to his sheep. He slept near them at night. He protected them from danger. He led them to green pastures to eat and water to drink. The shepherd of this day knew each one of sheep individually. He knew which one was stubborn. He knew which one was prone to wander. He knew which one would lollygag and get lost. He also knew the dillydallyer that would inevitably get stuck in a ditch somewhere. A shepherd wasn’t like a cattle rancher driving a herd from behind. A shepherd led from the front and the sheep followed him. My friends, THAT’S OUR JESUS. He could have called himself anything. He could have called himself the General of the Army of followers. He could have called himself King. He could have given himself a crown of immeasurable value. But instead, he chose to be a shepherd to his sheep. To lovingly stay close. Shepherds in Jesus’ day would often bring their sheep into a communal sheep pen at night. Several flocks would be together in one place with one gatekeeper watching over them. The next morning multiple shepherds would come to collect their sheep. There weren’t separate sections. They weren’t color coded. The shepherd simply called his sheep. And his sheep got up and followed him. The others didn’t move. Can you imagine the noise? Hundreds of sheep. Multiple shepherds calling out. Yet somehow each sheep knew which voice belonged to the one they trusted. They knew because they had heard it thousands of times before. They learned their shepherd’s tone, their shepherd’s call, their shepherd’s character. Their shepherd wasn’t a stranger to them – the other voices were. A shepherd would continaully speak to his flock while leading them. He wanted his sheep to know his voice so if they wandered, they would return. A study was once done testing a flock of sheep to see how they recognized their own shepherd above anyone else trying to lead them. Thinking perhaps it was the scent of their clothes or their appearance, they dressed another man in the shepherd’s clothing and had him call to the flock of sheep. They would not listen. But their own shepherd, in completely different clothing could call out, and all the sheep would come running to his side. There was one thing they recognized – one thing they followed – HIS VOICE. Jesus doesn’t say his sheep will always make the right decisions. Sheep are generally rather ignorant and they continually get themselves into perdicaments where only their shepherd can rescue them. But what matters is his sheep know his voice. They know when he calls. They know when he directs. But I know the question we all have – DO I REALLY HEAR GOD’S VOICE? Am I good enough to know when it’s him guiding me? The sheep has no qualification here. The sheep just naturally know. The work is of the shepherd. The sheep simply listen. And isn’t that our problem – sometimes we’re simply not listening. We live in a world that is so busy and loud that we can’t hear our shepherd. We’re so quick to turn to anyone and anything that might give us immediate answers. We’ll turn on a podcast, we’ll call a friend, we’ll look for a sign, we’ll seek anything for a little guidance, but we won’t get still. We won’t get quiet. We won’t just sit with our shepherd and be close. So we miss it. Can we hear him – YES. We are sheep and the one thing we have the ability to do is hear our Shepherd. We don’t have the ability to figure things out on our own. We don’t have the ability to navigate our own way. We don’t have the ability to fix or change things. But we have the ability to listen and hear the voice that guides us. But we often don’t because we’re won’t … We won’t be still. We won’t be quiet. We won’t wait for his voice. Here’s what we often do – “God please speak to me. Tell me what to do.” While God is saying, “Would you please just spend time with me?” When an audiable voice becomes more important than a close relationship, we’ve missed the point. The sheep weren’t just wanting the voice of their shepherd to make them feel more confident. The sheep wanted the closeness of their shepherd because it was their way of life! What if instead of asking God to speak to us, we begin by saying “God, I just want to draw near to you.” The goal isn’t to get better at hearing voices. The goal is to spend so much time with Jesus that you become familiar with him. When you’re familiar with him, you’ll know his ways. You’ll know his rhythm. And when he speaks, you will KNOW it’s him. Relationship produces recognition. Ask anyone who truly receives the promptings of the Lord and his clear directions and I guarantee you they have a RELATIONSHIP build from a foundation of TIME spent with God. When you spend time with the Shepherd, you become familiar with his voice and you won’t be fooled by other voices – including your own. Relationship changes our ability to recognize Him. Our Good Shepherd says in John 10:5, “My sheep will never follow a stranger; in fact, they will run away from him because they do not recognize a stranger’s voice.” And that’s our problem. We’ve spent too much time with strange voices. We’ve wandered off into flocks we don’t belong in with shepherds who are not our own. So we’ve gotten confused. The voice of the world is no longer a stranger to us – it’s so familiar that we don’t run from it. Social media is loud. Our own voice of fear and shame and comparison has been listened to so often that it’s just normal for us to do the stupid stuff our own mind comes up with. We’ve crowded out the voice of our shepherd and that’s why we’re confused. So what do you do? TURN OFF THE NOISE. GET BACK TO YOUR SHEPHERD. Where do you find your shepherd? Verse 4 tells us, “When he has brought out all his own, he goes on ahead of them, and his sheep follow him because they know his voice.” HE’S AHEAD OF YOU. Look forward. Don’t look back. Don’t wander in circles. He is in front of you, making a way, clearing the path for you. Wherever you’re walking today, Jesus has already been there. This isn’t about asking Jesus to hurry up and catch up with you – this is about looking up and seeing where he is in front of you. What if today we changed our prayers a bit. What if today we prayed, “Jesus, where are you already going? I simply want to follow you.” It’s never about the sheep charting their own way. Sheep aren’t bucketlist destination diving out there. They’re following where the shepherd leads and finding the most perfect green pastures along the way to enjoy. The shepherd was already going great places, the sheep simply had to follow. I assure you, Jesus, your Good Shepherd, is going to better places than you have ever imagined. His plans are higher, better and bigger than anything your human/slash/sheep mind could ever dream up. If you will just follow him, you’ll get to experience the most beautiful things this life has to offer. Jesus, where are you already going? I simply want to follow you. Are you already going over here to this new job opportunity – I want to follow you. If you have something else in mind, then Jesus I don’t want to wander off into fields of my own. I want to stay close to you. I’ve decided I’m just following Jesus. His voice is heard when I stay close. His voice is heard when I am still and quiet. When I stay close, I don’t have to wake up every morning worrying if the voice I’m hearing is my shepherd. If I’m close, then I know. But if I’ve been scrolling all night, watching countless videos, reading the posts of strangers, then I am confused. I’ve drawn close to strangers and their voices may be calling me. Girl, get yourself back to Jesus. Stay close to him. That is truly your answer. Shut out everything else. The sheep don’t follow because they understand everything. They follow because they trust the One who is speaking. We tend to put all the pressure on ourselves. What if I miss him? What if I make the wrong decision? What if I’m just making this up? All while Jesus is saying, “I’m a shepherd. This is what I do!” He knows how to lead sheep. He isn’t intimidated by stubborn sheep. He isn’t surprised by wandering sheep. He isn’t confused by lost sheep. That’s His specialty. The pressure isn’t on the sheep to become brilliant navigators. The pressure is off because we have a brilliant Shepherd. The shepherd is speaking to you. He’s calling you to just go where he goes. Decide now you simply want to follow your Shepherd. Friend, perhaps you’ve made hearing God’s voice far more complicated than Jesus ever intended. He didn’t say His sheep would have extraordinary wisdom. He didn’t say His sheep would never wander. He didn’t say His sheep would always make the right decisions. He simply said His sheep know His voice. If you’ve wandered, come back. If you’ve grown confused, come back. If you’ve filled your mind with stranger’s voices, come back. He’s not disappointed that you’re returning. He’s a Shepherd. This is what He does. He goes before you. He calls your name. He lovingly leads. And all He’s asking of you today is what sheep have always done—simply follow. Jesus, where are You already going? I simply want to follow You. Follow Pamela on Instagram – https://instagram.com/headmamapamela Or Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pamela.crim Find out more about BIG Life – http://biglifehq.com

Notes Matthew 14:13-21 Genesis 32:22-31 Join us as we explore the rich biblical stories of the feeding of the five thousand and Jacob's wrestling with God, delving into themes of abundance, compassion, and faith's struggles. This episode offers deep insights into scripture's relevance for faith and life today. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and biblical context 05:13 The feeding of the five thousand: story and significance 07:22 Reframing communion through the miracle of abundance 11:29 Contrast of banquets: violence vs. compassion 16:19 Psalm 23 and the Good Shepherd imagery 20:33 Temptations and the kingdom of God 22:12 Jesus' ministry of feeding and inclusion 33:25 Jacob's wrestling with God: story and symbolism 34:35 Jacob's encounter and transformation 40:31 Jacob's complex character and faith journey 42:04 God's naming of Jacob and the wrestling with identity 46:32 The importance of wrestling with faith and faults 48:52 Reflections on faith, forgiveness, and humility

In the first talk of this three-part series on Psalm 23 that Jenna DiPrima recently did for a women's conference, she explores the opening verses of one of Scripture's most beloved psalms. What does it really mean to say, “The Lord is my shepherd”? And why is this psalm such a source of comfort for God's people?Looking at Psalm 23:1–3, we consider three truths about our Good Shepherd: He provides all that His sheep need, He restores weary souls, and He faithfully leads His people in paths of righteousness for His name's sake. Along the way, we see how the hope of Psalm 23 is rooted in the suffering Shepherd of Psalm 22, where Christ laid down His life for His sheep.Whether you're walking through a season of abundance, spiritual weariness, or uncertainty, this passage reminds us that our confidence is never in ourselves but in the Shepherd who lovingly cares for His flock.In this episode:* The significance of Psalm 23 and its connection to Psalm 22* What it means that “The Lord is my shepherd”* How God provides, restores, and leads His people* Finding hope in seasons of spiritual dryness* Why the Good Shepherd can always be trusted

Psalm 23 is a beloved passage of Scripture because it's all about the Lord Jesus Christ and His care for His people as "The Good Shepherd." Check out today's episode for a look at the shepherd and His benefits. 

One sentence can change the way you see your marriage: “I am.” When Jesus uses those words, He isn't offering a motivational slogan, He's revealing who He is and what your relationship truly needs to survive and grow. We start with John 10 and Jesus's claim to be the door, the only gate into salvation and the only path into the kind of abundant life that touches Monday morning, not just eternity. We also name the loud, convincing voices that promise relief but lead to dead ends, and we get honest about the “trades” that quietly drain marriages, like pornography, emotional escape, secret spending, and the habit of self providing outside the safety of God's design.Then we move to “I am the good shepherd” and ask a hard question: what does trust look like in real decisions? We talk about control, distance, separate plans, and the insecurity that keeps spouses at arm's length. We also share why bringing hidden things into the light isn't about shame, it's about healing, and how God intends husbands and wives to be allies in sanctification instead of lone fighters against temptation.Finally, we connect “I am the resurrection and the life” to the gospel's transforming power through Romans 6 and Romans 8. The same Spirit who raised Jesus lives in believers, giving strength to say no to sin and yes to righteousness, and John 15 reminds us that fruit comes from staying attached to the vine. If you want a stronger Christian marriage built on Scripture, trust, and real intimacy, press play, then subscribe, share this with a couple who needs hope, and leave a review so more families can find it.Support the showFor episode transcripts, click HERE.For more marriage encouragement, visit: www.VowsToKeep.com | V2K Blog | Marriage Counseling | Insta | FBApple Podcast listener? Would you consider leaving us a review, as this helps more couple's to find our resources?! Leave your review HERE.

We all long to be fully known and fully loved, yet shame, fear, and the voices around us often lead us to hide...even from ourselves. Through the story of Scripture and Jesus' words in John 10, we discover the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep by name, pursues us in our hiding, and replaces lies with life-giving truth. Because Jesus sees us completely and still chose the cross, we no longer have to perform, pretend, or earn an identity. In Him, we are safe, made new, fully known, and fully loved.FOR GROUP DISCUSSION & REFLECTION:1. Have you ever had the feeling that nobody really knows the REAL you?  Describe the last time you felt that way and what was going on in your life at that time?2. Adam and Eve hid from God after they sinned. What lie must they have believed to make them believe they needed to hide from Him? 3. Jesus says (John 10) that He speaks to His sheep AND YET there are “hire hands/false shepherds” that also talk to the sheep and try to direct them. Whose voice has shaped your identity or sense of worth in a way that contradicts God's Word.4. We "fully known and fully loved" in Christ. How does the cross prove that they are both true?5. Revelation 2:17 says Jesus knows and has given us our REAL name. How might this reality change the way you live today?  + + + + +Hey, while you're here, please help Generation by clicking the 'Subscribe' button, then click on the BELL

  Midge Noble is an online resiliency coach, podcaster, author, and speaker. She has published two children's books, SHEBA, Home Is Where Your Heart Is, and ICE CUBE AWARD, Learning To Be Cool Under Pressure. Her memoir, Gay with God, Reclaiming My Faith, Honoring My Story has just been released! Her podcast, GAY with GOD! can be found wherever you stream your podcasts. Midge specializes in helping her LGBTQIA+ community in their coming out and faith journeys. Her main focus is to stop gay suicides by educating people wounded by the church that they can be in relationship with the God of their understanding and that God does and has always loved us, just as we are created to be. To that end, Midge is very involved in her parish, The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd. Midge and her wife, along with their fur babies, enjoy spending time at their mountain cabin, hiking, and being with their friends. On today's episode I talk about feeling blah and ways to honor that and move forward.  We can't always be 100% on fire and none of us are, so we are allowed to be present, not feel our best, but look forward to a brighter future.   Connect with Midge Complimentary Session w/ Midge Be MY next GUEST on GAY with GOD! Email  Linkedin Facebook Website Instagram @midge.noble BlueSky @Midge4.bsky.social TikTok @MidgeNoble418 Threads BUY a SIGNED copy of the Gay with God memoir!

What kind of shepherd lays down his life for the sheep? Not a hired hand. Not just a good leader. The Good Shepherd.This Sunday we explored John 10:11-18, where Jesus makes one of the most profound claims in all of scripture. He does not merely manage the flock from a safe distance. He walks into danger, absorbs the threat, and lays his life down willingly so that his sheep can live. As he says in verse 18, no one takes it from him. He lays it down on his own authority, and he takes it up again.Psalm 23 is not just a comforting poem. It is a portrait of a shepherd who walks with you through the valley, prepares a table in front of your enemies, and makes you lie down when you are too worn out to stop on your own. Jesus is the fulfillment of every word of it.

What should we expect a pastor to do week to week and what should we expect him to be like. In our message for today we explore the character of a pastor and how in everything he does, he reflects the Good Shepherd. Message based on 1 Timothy 3:1-7.

One of the reasons that we call Jesus our Good Shepherd is because He watches over us and protects us! The road ahead of us is dark and uncertain, and we can get anxious because of that lack of certainty! But in today's message, Pastor Richard wants to remind us that Jesus can see the end of the road just as easily as He can see the beginning. He knows exactly how to guide us step by step into green pastures, so that our souls can be at peace.

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Text: Hebrews 7:11-28 View this week's bulletin and sermon discussion questions. Sermon Discussion Questions: July 26, 2026 The Perfected Priest Sermon Series: Running the Race of Faith Passage: Hebrews 7:11-28 1. Share a time when you discovered a “better” way to do something—a new way to build something, a better way to organize, a more compassionate approach to a problem, etc. How did you feel about the discovery? 2. When you read about the Old Testament (Levitical) priesthood, tabernacle, and sacrificial system, how The post The Perfected High Priest appeared first on The Church of the Good Shepherd.

None of us want to hear the Lord say, "I never knew you." Pastor Josh shares four things that we need to remember as we follow the Good Shepherd. 

Opener With so much information available today (podcasts, social media, news), how do you personally decide which commentators or public figures you can trust? Have you ever believed something in the past that you later realized was completely untrue or misleading? What helped you realize the truth? Scripture  The Voice of the Good Shepherd Read John 10:1–5, 11–15 How do the sheep learn to recognize the Shepherd’s voice so well that they flee from strangers? What is the difference between how the Good Shepherd treats the flock versus how a “hired hand” treats the flock (vv. 12–13)? What are some “stranger voices” in our culture today that try to pull Christians away from the way of Jesus? The Same Spirit Read John 14:12–17 and Acts 3:12–16 How does realizing that Jesus performed His ministry in total dependence on the Holy Spirit change how you view your own daily life and ministry? Jesus promised that His followers would carry on His work through the Holy Spirit. How does the Holy Spirit give us confidence and discernment in a confused culture? Testing the Spirits Read 1 John 4:1–6 Why does John warn believers not to believe every spirit or spiritual claim? John points to the confession that “Jesus Christ has come in the flesh” as the key test (v. 2). Why is clarity on who Jesus is so foundational for a healthy church community? What does it look like in modern life to “test the spirits” without becoming overly cynical or suspicious of everyone? Greater is He Read 1 John 4:4 and 1 John 5:1–5 How does knowing that “He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world” give us confidence when facing spiritual confusion or cultural pressure? How does holding shared truth about Jesus actually protect unity in a church, rather than divide it? Application Is there a specific voice, media habit, or source of influence in your life that is causing spiritual confusion, anxiety, or division? What is one practical step you can take this week to “tune your ear” more consistently to the voice of Jesus? (Examples: daily Scripture reading, taking a fast from news/social media, reciting historic creeds, or discussing biblical topics with a mature believer.) Prayer Spend time praying for one another: Ask God to grant our church spiritual discernment and wisdom in an age of confusion. Pray that the Holy Spirit would empower us to carry out Jesus’ ministry of grace and truth. Thank Jesus for being our Good Shepherd who laid down His life for us. Pray Together: “Lord God, Spirit of Truth, give us ears to hear the voice of our Good Shepherd above all the noise of the world. Anchor our hearts in the reality of Jesus Christ—fully God, fully man, crucified and risen for us. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit so we may live out Your truth and mission. Protect our community from deceptive voices and unify us around Your Gospel, so that we may walk together in confidence and peace. Amen.” Together: “We are one in Christ. We walk in the light. We love one another.”

In this episode, we hear Jesus say, "I am the good shepherd." We are reminded of the goodness of God and challenged to come to "know" this good shepherd!

What do you do when your faith feels strong on the outside but you're falling apart on the inside? Today we're revisiting one of our most meaningful conversations with author, speaker, and Bible teacher Sheila Walsh. In this deeply personal episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Sheila about depression, childhood trauma, mental health, and the life-changing hope found in Jesus Christ. Sheila shares her powerful story of growing up with deep emotional wounds, pursuing perfection in an effort to earn God's approval, and eventually finding herself in a psychiatric hospital with severe clinical depression. But it was there—in one of the darkest seasons of her life—that she began to discover God's grace, His presence, and the truth that the Good Shepherd knows exactly where to find us. Together they explore prayer, suffering, healing, and what it means to trust God when life doesn't make sense. If you've ever struggled with depression, discouragement, or wondered where God is in your pain, this conversation is a powerful reminder that the Good Shepherd knows exactly where to find you—and that you are never beyond the reach of His love. Subscribe to the podcast and tune in each week as Haley and Dustin share with you what the Bible says about real-life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.   So you have every reason for hope, for every challenge in life. Because hope means everything.   Hope Talks is a podcast of the ministry of Hope for the Heart.   Listen in to learn more    --------------   Resources from Sheila Walsh Learn more about Sheila Walsh and her ministry at https://sheilawalsh.com/  Connect with Sheila on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheilawalsh1/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheilawalshconnects/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/sheilawalsh    Hope for the Heart resources   Join us this fall at the Hope Together Conference! Learn more and sign up here: https://hopetogether.com/    Connect with Hope for the Heart on social!    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopefortheheart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hopefortheheart    Learn more about the ministry and resources of Hope for the Heart: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/    Learn more about Hope Talks and catch up on past episodes: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/hopetalks/    Want to talk with June Hunt on Hope in the Night about a difficult life issue? Schedule a time here: https://resource.hopefortheheart.org/talk-with-june-hope-in-the-night     God's plan for you: https://www.hopefortheheart.org/gods-plan-for-you      Give to the ministry of Hope for the Heart: https://hopefortheheart.donorsupport.co/page/hope-talks  -------------- Bible verses mentioned in this episode Psalm 139:16 – “You saw me before I was born. Every day of my life was recorded in your book. Every moment was laid out before a single day had passed.”   Psalm 141:2 – “May my prayer be set before you like incense; may the lifting up of my hands be like the evening sacrifice.”   Mark 8 :22-25 – “They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When he had spit on the man's eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, “Do you see anything?” He looked up and said, “I see people; they look like trees walking around.” Once more Jesus put his hands on the man's eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly.”   John 10:10 – “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”   Galatians 5:1 – “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.”   Revelation 5:8 – “And when he had taken it, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb. Each one had a harp and they were holding golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of God's people.”

Sometimes it can be hard to know what direction to take in life. But Psalm 23 shows that you're not alone. The Good Shepherd leads you with his roadmap, the Bible, and his guidance counselor, the Holy Spirit. In this message, Pastor Rick Warren teaches practical ways to receive God's guidance and have peace and confidence in your decisions.Everyone follows something in life. You can choose to follow your culture that's constantly changing, or you can follow the eternal Word of God. Learn how to fill your mind with God's truth as Pastor Rick continues to teach from Psalm 23. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1103/29?v=20251111

In John 10, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep, lays down His life for them, and offers the abundant, eternal life only He can give. As He contrasts His care with the empty promises of false shepherds, we're invited to consider what it truly means to know His voice and trust Him.   Taught by Tim Reid.

The Biblical Pastor: God's Shepherd vs. the Modern Hireling: Foundational Issues 6 | KIB 540 Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Description Welcome to Kingdom Intelligence Briefing Episode 540 with Dr. Michael Lake and Mary Lou Lake. What does Scripture actually teach about the office of the pastor? In today's church culture, many believers have inherited traditions that differ greatly from the biblical model of shepherding. In this message, Dr. Michael Lake continues the Fivefold Ministry series by examining the character, responsibilities, and calling of the biblical pastor through the lens of both the Old and New Testaments. Drawing from the teachings of Jesus, the Apostle Paul, Peter, and the biblical imagery of the Good Shepherd, this episode explains why pastors are called to protect, feed, disciple, and care for God's people—not build personal platforms or entertainment-driven ministries. Mary Lou also shares a timely exhortation concerning America's spiritual condition, the necessity of the fear of the Lord, and why she believes God is preparing His people for a great deliverance from modern Babylonian bondage. If you desire a deeper understanding of biblical leadership, spiritual maturity, and Christ-centered discipleship, this teaching will challenge and encourage you. In this episode, you'll discover: The biblical definition of a pastor The difference between a shepherd and a hireling Why pastors must protect the flock from deception The biblical qualifications for pastoral ministry Why pastors must become students of God's Word The importance of discipleship over entertainment How the Fivefold Ministry works together The responsibility of pastors to pray, teach, restore, and equip believers Why biblical shepherds are desperately needed in the last days Encouragement for faithful pastors serving quietly and sacrificially