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For whom did the Good Shepherd die?

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The Good Shepherd died specifically for his sheep, those whom God chose before the foundation of the world.

According to Scripture, the Good Shepherd laid down his life for his sheep, not for all but specifically for those chosen by God. Ephesians 1:4 explains that God chose his people in Christ before the foundation of the world, which indicates a particular love and purpose behind Christ's death. In the Gospel of John (John 10:15), Jesus emphasizes that he lays down his life for his sheep, signifying that his redemptive work is for those whom the Father has given to him. This perspective counters any universalistic interpretations of Christ's atonement and instead highlights the sovereign grace of God in selecting and securing a people for himself through the sacrificial offering of his Son.
Scripture References: Ephesians 1:4, John 10:15

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The Good Shepherd
Mike Walker · Sep 26, 2014
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