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What does the Bible say about Christ as the Good Shepherd?

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The Bible describes Christ as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep, demonstrating perfect, voluntary, and particular sacrifice.

In John 10:11-18, Jesus identifies Himself as the Good Shepherd, emphasizing that He gives His life for the sheep. This act of sacrifice is characterized as perfect because He is sinless and without blemish, as fulfilled in the prophecies concerning His role as the Messiah. It is voluntary in that He willingly chooses to lay down His life, rather than being forced into it by external circumstances. Finally, it is particular because He specifically died for the sheep, which in this context refers to those whom the Father has given to Him, assuring that His atonement is effective for them alone.
Scripture References: John 10:11-18, John 10:11, Isaiah 53, John 10:15, John 10:10-18, John 10:8-15, John 10:11-14, Psalm 23, Luke 15:3-7, Psalm 23:1

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For the Sheep
Clay Curtis · Jul 2, 2021
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