Thursday, May 8 – John 10, Luke 11

1. Who is the one who enters the sheepfold by any means other than the door? (John 10:1)

2. Who is the one who enters through the door of the sheepfold? (John 10:2)

3. Why do the sheep follow their shepherd? (John 10:4)

4. To what did Jesus compare Himself? (John 10:7)

5. What two benefits does the one who enters through the door, Christ, receive? (John 10:9)

6. Knowing that the thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy, what has Christ come to do, and to what extent? (John 10:10)

7. What is the crucial difference between the good shepherd and the hireling? (John 10:11–13)

8. What is the personal relationship between the good shepherd and his sheep? (John 10:14–15)

9. What assurance is given that not just those already in the fold will be saved? (John 10:16–18)

10. Of what two things did some accuse Jesus? (John 10:19–20)

11. What argument did others make? (John 10:21)

12. Although the Jews united to attack Jesus, they were divided among themselves. What phrase did the Lord use to demonstrate the indivisible unity between Him and His Father? (John 10:30)

13. What reason did the Jews provide for wanting to stone Jesus? (John 10:33)

Earlier, in John 8, we read about what happened when the Jews accused Jesus of being born of fornication; in other words, they insulted His mother. They also called Him a Samaritan and claimed He was demon-possessed. However, when He said, “Before Abraham was, I AM,” they picked up stones to throw at Him (John 8:58–59).

With these words, Jesus identifies Himself as the great “I AM” who spoke to Moses from the burning bush. There is no doubt, it is the same person. Christ is God, just as the Father is, and of course, so is the Holy Spirit. To confirm this, the Jews themselves explained in John 10:33 that they were going to stone Him for blasphemy, “because You, being a Man, make Yourself God.” The great truth, however, is the complete opposite: Christ, being God, made Himself man to give us salvation through His death on the cross. He is the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. Blessed be His holy name! Hallelujah!

Luke 11 offers profound lessons about the spiritual life, emphasizing prayer, dependence on God, and the call to authentic living. The chapter begins with the disciples asking Jesus, “Lord, teach us to pray” (v. 1). His response, the Lord’s Prayer, is not just a model of words but a blueprint for intimate communion with God. It begins with reverence: “Our Father in heaven,” and continues with petitions for provision, forgiveness, and spiritual strength. This prayer reminds us that prayer is not a ritual but a relationship rooted in trust and humility.

Jesus then teaches about persistence in prayer through the parable of the friend at midnight (vv. 5–8). He assures us that our Heavenly Father is far more generous than a reluctant neighbor: “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find” (v. 9). This invitation encourages believers to approach God with both confidence and perseverance, trusting that He hears and responds according to His will.

The second part of the chapter challenges religious hypocrisy. Jesus rebukes the Pharisees for focusing on outward piety while neglecting justice and God’s love (vv. 42–44). His words warn us not to settle for appearances but to seek a faith that transforms the heart.

Jesus also warns against spiritual blindness, resisting truth even when it stands clearly before us (vv. 29–36). “The lamp of the body is the eye.” When the eye is healthy, the whole body is full of light. But if we close our eyes to the truth, darkness will reign.

May your life be illuminated by the lamp of God’s Word.

Have a very blessed day.