Bloom Church Podcast

THE PURPOSE OF THE SHEPHERD   I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. John 10:11 1. THE SHEPHERD PROVIDES The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. Psalms 23:1-2 ESV   And this same God who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19 2. THE SHEPHERD RESTORES He restores my soul…. Psalms 23:3 ESV   The angel of the Lord appeared to him and said, “Mighty hero, the Lord is with you!” Judges 6:12 NLT   you are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession 1 Peter 2:9 NOT   3. THE SHEPHERD LEADS He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. Psalms 23:3 ESV   The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep recognize his voice and come to him. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. After he has gathered his own flock, he walks ahead of them, and t