Look for the Shepherd

“The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not want... You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil...” -Psalm 23

Some of the Pharisees said, “This man is not from God, for he does not observe the sabbath.” But others said, “How can a man who is a sinner perform such signs?” And they were divided. -John 9

We too often look for security (love) in powerful figures, sure that they can “fix” things for us. It was no different for the people of the First and Second Testaments. They were looking for Kings, Saviors, and Liberators who would offer peace and security in uncertain times. And they often looked “in all the wrong places.” The Pharisees just can’t believe that this trouble-maker, rule-breaker named Jesus is the One, the Son of God and Savior. Time and again, Jesus uses the metaphor of a Shepherd to teach us how we ought to love and care for each other. No wonder; the Shepherd does what is needed when it is needed, regardless of the “rules.”

Mission Moment: Make-A-Wish Foundation

Make-A-Wish creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. When a wish comes true, it creates strength, hope and transformation in a child - and a community.

• Strength 
- Research shows a wish can give kids the strength to fight against and even overcome a critical illness.
• Hope 
- A wish renews hope, uplifts spirits and encourages the belief in the impossible.
• Transformation - 
A wish forever transforms the lives of children, their families and entire communities.
• Community 
- A wish unites neighbors, friends and entire communities in life-changing experiences.

You can give by adding “Make-A-Wish” to your gift online.

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Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus
Savior Like A Shepherd Lead Us
Open The Eyes Of My Heart
Who Am I

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