Do you know the shepherds from the Bible? Abel, Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, and David were shepherds in the Old Testament. In the New Testament, we read about the shepherds in Bethlehem and Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd.
Being a shepherd was always difficult. A shepherd was with his sheep day and night, whether the sun was blazing hot or whether it was raining or snowing. He made sure that the sheep had good food and fresh water, even if it was very tiring for him. He led the sheep, faced dangers, and protected them, often risking his own life.
David, one of the most famous shepherds in the Bible, fought against bears and lions as a youth to save his sheep. God helped him, and David defeated the predators (read 1 Samuel 17:34-37). In one of his psalms, David sang: “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1).
Even today, it is not easy to be a shepherd. A shepherd looks after his flock, which may have 300 to 400 sheep, all year round. He makes sure the animals always get enough healthy food, regardless of the seasons. In spring, when the lambs are born, they need special care. The shepherd protects his sheep from wolves and other dangers. He knows every one of his animals and does a lot of work for them. But they trust him and listen to his voice. There is a close relationship between the shepherd and his sheep.
It is similar to Jesus, the good Shepherd of mankind. He died out of love for us on the cross and defeated the devil. He knows us very well and provides us with everything we need to live. He hears our prayers and comforts us with His words from the Bible. When we ask Him, He takes away our fears and worries. When we are ill, He is happy to heal and help us. He constantly protects us and never leaves us alone. Every danger we encounter must first go through Jesus. It is important that we let Him lead the way and follow Him obediently. Dear child, Jesus loves you so much!
Is He also your good Shepherd?
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