Scripture Reflections for the Fourth Sunday of Easter

Year C, Lectionary 51


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Psalm 100:1-3, 5
John 10:27-30

“Jesus isn't just revealing he's the Good Shepherd, he's revealing his divinity. That he's the divine shepherd of Israel who has now come in person to save his people”

“This is the relationship that Jesus wants with you and me. This is the kind of Messiah that Jesus wants to be for you and me. Not a military commander but a relationship of love and intimacy”

“I need a shepherd who will tower over my life so that I can rest knowing his mighty power will sustain me no matter what and through no matter what”

Overall Readings

“as we reflect on our roles as shepherds we must also remember that in order to become a good speaker we must first become good listeners. Before we become good teachers we must first become good students.”

“Do I listen to the voice of the Shepherd by making a regular, reflective and prayerful reading of the Scriptures an integral part of my spiritual life?”

“Jesus is risen. The Good News dwells among us. Despite times of great distress and division God has a vision for our world. It is a vision of a world in which every nation, race, people and tongue are united. It is a vision that is looking for a home in our hearts.”

“Always, the initiative is God's and ours is the response”

“God always guides us into God's presence in times of trouble”