gives you life. the good shepherd is all about laying down his life for you, taking it up again, and making sure you are taken care of by his saving gifts. you are sheep. jesus is the good shepherd. that’s all you need to know. because in his hands, as a part of his flock, you are safe and have life forever. in the name of jesus. amen.
and the lord jesus breathed on them and said, “peace be with you. if you set an example of behavior, people will behave.” no. “peace be with you. if you encourage people in being good people, they will be good people.” no again. 