Lesson 34: John 10:10
The Blueprint — The Verse
The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I have come that they may have life, and have it in all its fullness.
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The Context — The History
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More taught in Jerusalem during the Feast of Dedication, using shepherd imagery familiar in Judean hills. False leaders who exploited God's people were compared to thieves, while JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More presented Himself as the good shepherd.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More describes Himself as the gate for the sheep and contrasts His care with robbers who climb in illegally. He declares His purpose is abundant life, not destruction, for those who enter through Him.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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I am the door. If anyone enters in by me, he will be saved, and will go in and go out, and will find pasture.
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I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
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Discussion
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What does 'life to the full' mean in your understanding?
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How have you seen the enemy steal, kill, or destroy?
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How does JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More as the good shepherd lead you toward abundance?
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