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The Great Shepherd

The Great Shepherd
We’ve been in Ezekiel 34 the last few weeks talking about shepherds (lower case s) and sheep. But God Himself is the Shepherd of His people. When those He entrusted to lead failed, He stepped in. The flock was plundered and scattered without a shepherd, and no one searched or looked for them. 34:6 So…
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As for you, My flock …

As for you, My flock …
Shepherds took a stern warning last week, but God was not done. He had something to say to the sheep in the flock as well. As for you, My flock, this is what the Sovereign LORD says: I will judge between one sheep and another, and between rams and goats. Ezekiel 34:17 Much of God’s…
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Leadership Gone Wrong: The Flockless Shepherd

Leadership Gone Wrong: The Flockless Shepherd
Shepherds are put over a flock to protect and care for them. As such, a shepherd is a beautiful picture of human leadership and its use pre-dates even Biblical literature. It spoke to ancient people as a familiar part of the culture. People flourish under a good shepherd. Ezekiel 34 gives a vivid picture of…
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He Leads Me in Paths of Righteousness

He Leads Me in Paths of Righteousness
“Time to come in!” When mom called, it was amazing how many things I found that needed to be done before heading in; one last swing, five more minutes of play, watching the lizards or bunnies a little longer. But I was being beckoned for my good, not to ruin my fun. Delay may have…
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