The Works Testify

John 10:19-33

In this passage the religious leaders are going to say to Jesus, “Tell us plainly if you’re the Messiah or not.” And Jesus’s reply is essentially, “My works testify to who I am.” In other words, it’s this basic principle that actions speak louder than words. And, of course, the same is true for us, as followers of Jesus Christ. Our greatest witness to the Gospel and Faith we proclaim is not just what we say, but what we do. So, to begin, let’s look at the context

The True Gate

John 10:1-10

I’m sure you’re familiar with the image of our Lord as the Good Shepherd. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who calls his sheep by name. They know his voice and follow him when he calls. He guides them, protects them, and provides for them. It’s probably one of more beloved metaphor’s for Christ.  

Prepare Your Mind

1 Peter 1:3
1 Peter 1:13-23

I included vs. 3 in our reading because everything the Apostle has to say in this epistle depends on the good news of that one verse. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he has given us a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.” Everything that follows is based on that good news. So, notice what he says (vs.13), “Therefore (in other words: because of that good news) prepare your minds for action; discipline yourselves…” Prepare your minds for action.