John 10:9
“I am the gate. Whoever enters through me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture”.
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Jesus is offering Himself to be the gate where everyone can enter so we can find and experience green pasture. Jesus is the gate and only through Him will we enter Heaven. Jesus is the gate who gives those who pass in and out through it enough identity to feel secure and yet enough freedom to remain open to others, as God is open to others.
Just like a shepherd who calls on his flock to finally enter the fenced sheepfold so they may be safe from harm, Jesus is also calling us to enter Him. Christ our good shepherd tells us where we should direct our steps. We just need to listen for his voice.
And the best way to hear his soft yet firm voice is by being faithful to our conscience, the divine voice within us. Jesus' claim to be the "Good Shepherd" is a well-supported one. He proved it very well. He died for His flock so we may be saved.
And for those of us who are trusting in Him for salvation, He continues to prove it every day with satisfying tokens of His love.
Enter through Him. The Lord awaits us as He prepares a greener pasture.
Let us pray +
Almighty Father, we heard Your call and we follow Your voice for we totally trust You. Thank You for the gift of salvation as we enter Heaven through Your Son, Jesus Christ.
The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want.
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