It seems to me that Jesus knew how much His disciples and friends (then and now) would need to grasp this idea of His identity as a good shepherd. They needed to feel His love and comfort, to experience His protection and care, and to be confident in their relationship to Him. They needed…… Continue Reading
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Lesson # 5 – Introduction – Feb. 1 – 8 I AM the Good Shepherd
You may not know exactly what a sheepfold is, but you can be sure that everyone who was listening to Jesus when He talked about what it meant to be a shepherd could understand His illustration completely. They could picture the walled enclosure, the high fence made with stakes, or even the cave where…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 4
Sometimes we hear someone say, “I can see a bit of light at the end of the tunnel”. That idea gives them hope and courage to keep on going. It seems that what Jesus says is that He has so much more than that to offer to me if I will trust in Him. He willingly…… Continue Reading
Lesson 4 – Intro – Jan. 25 – February 1 I AM the Light of the World
When was the last time that you took a walk at night when it was pitch black outside? It must have been in a place where there were no streetlights and on a night when the moon was not evident. It evokes a very insecure feeling, doesn’t it? You put your hands out in…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 3
Jesus said it. “I AM the Bread of Life” – I AM the one who can provide nourishment for your soul and spirit and give you life with a purpose and meaning. It’s a daily requirement for life and growth, isn’t it? Too often I am willing to satisfy my physical hunger with snacks and treats…… Continue Reading
Lesson 3 – Introduction – Jan. 18 – 25 "I AM The Bread of Life"
Don’t you love it when your pastor gives a real life illustration in his sermon and you can grasp the truth in a new and meaningful way? Chances are that you will remember both the story and the idea far longer than you would have without that word picture. Experts tell us that the…… Continue Reading
Sharing an Insight – Lesson 2
I AM HE – The One You’re Looking For . . . (John 4:26) When the storm clouds have gathered and there’s sadness in my soul, I go looking for the answers, for someone to make me whole. In the midst of accusations where misunderstanding is so great, I go searching for solutions and…… Continue Reading
Lesson 2 – Introduction – Jan. 11 – 18 "I AM HE – The Messiah" (Christ)
Was Jesus really “The Messiah”? For centuries not only the Jews, but apparently much of the Gentile world, anticipated the arrival of “The Messiah”, the one who would liberate the nation of Israel from the oppression and domination of other nations. He would bring peace and prosperity. He would establish His chosen people as a nation,…… Continue Reading
Sharing An Insight – Lesson 1
It must have been hard for the disciples to put it all together – that this man, Jesus, was really and truly God. “Before time itself was measured, the Voice was speaking. The Voice was and is God.” “His speech shaped the entire cosmos” and “all things that exist were birthed in Him”. How could…… Continue Reading
Lesson 1 – Intro – January 4 – 11 WHO IS JESUS?
Who is this man called Jesus? This very question has been asked in one way or another by people throughout history and in every language and location in the world. No one questions the veracity of the historical fact that He was an amazing performer of miracles, a teacher of great wisdom or that…… Continue Reading