I Am the Good Shepherd | Therefore I Am | Pastor Rob Koke | Shoreline Church

Jesus didn’t just make a metaphor—He claimed a heart-defining role.
In John 10:11, He boldly declares: “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”

🛡️ In this message, Pastor Rob Koke explores:

1. What Makes Him “Good”

How Jesus contrasts Himself with hired hands who run at the sign of danger—He stays, protects, provides, and even sacrifices for *you*.

2. What Being “Sheep” Means

Though sheep are often stubborn, defenseless, directionless, and even "dirty," Jesus cherishes and knows each one—loving us deeply despite our flaws.

3. The 4 P’s of a Good Shepherd (and Father):

Protection: He guards us through every danger.
Provision: He leads us to rest and refreshment.
Personal Connection: He calls us by name and walks ahead of us.
Propitiation: He laid down His life for ours—booking our rescue.

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Why This Matters for You:

You don’t walk through life alone—He’s already gone ahead.
His love isn’t generic—it’s personal, sacrificial, sovereign.
His rescue was premeditated and paid in full.

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Key Scriptures:

John 10:11-12 – “The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep… the hired hand flees.”
Psalm 23 – “Even though I walk through the darkest valley…I fear no evil.”
1 Peter 2:25 – “You were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned…”

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🕊️ Whether you're in your darkest night, feel directionless, or need personal renewal, *He is your Shepherd*. You are seen, known, led, protected, and redeemed.

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