During this Christmas season, we reflect on the story of Jesus' birth and the important role of shepherds in the Bible. Shepherds, such as David and Moses, were not just caretakers of sheep but leaders and protectors of God's people. The Christmas story highlights shepherds as the first to hear of Jesus' birth, emphasizing their significance in the divine narrative. Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem, prompted by a decree from Caesar Augustus, fulfilled God's prophecy that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. Jesus, born in a humble stable, is revealed as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep. This reflection challenges us to deepen our relationship with Jesus, considering His goodness, ownership, intimacy, and sacrifice. As we celebrate Christmas, let us embrace the transformative power of the Good Shepherd in our lives.
On a scale of 1 to 10, HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW JESUS? Whatever we know about Jesus, we need to take it to the next level. We need to know Him better and deeper than we do at present. We need to embrace the truth about Him and allow that truth to change our lives. And that’s where we are going over the next eight weeks of worship at GCC. We’re going to take what we presently know about Jesus, and take it to the next level. We will do that by diving deep into what Jesus says about Himself each time he says, in the Gospel of John, “I AM…..” Every time Jesus tells us who He is, WHO HE IS has personal implications for WHO HE WANTS US TO BE.
