SERIES: The Great Adventure: Transformation (John)
TITLE: From Uncertainty to Assurance
Scripture: John 10: 1 – 21
I. THE LESSONS FROM HISTORY
What is a sheepfold?
1. An enclosure
2. A term for managing sheep.
A sheepfold conveys the idea of a (special relationship) a sheep had to the ownership and care of a (certain) shepherd.
II. THE LESSONS FOR TODAY
1. Anyone who forces a way into the sheepfold other than by the proper doorway or entrance may be a (thief or a robber). [V.1-2] Look up Psalm 139:1-12 (pp521-522)
2. The sheep know the shepherd’s (voice). [3-6]
3. There is only (ONE) door to the sheepfold. [7-14]
• Paul says, “They are preaching another gospel and are to be accursed.” Gal.1:7-8
NEXT WEEK: From Trouble to Peace
Scripture: John 14:1-14
