As I am studying the attributes and characteristics of God, I became intrigued with him as the "Door." John 10:1-9 takes us into the heart of God as the "Door." Jesus says, "I am the Door!" During this time, I also realized how much I enjoy looking at doors, with their many shapes and colors.
Jesus is a leader and Lord of the flock. Those who know Jesus follow and obey him because they know his voice. He is not like any abusing voices (thieves and robbers who are in conflict with him), but the voice of the Good Shepherd. His sheepfold is a place of security and shelter for God's family. He knows us, and calls us by name-John 10:3; Isaiah 45:3-4, and Exodus 33:17.
Jesus declares, "My sheep." His sheep listen to obey. His sheep, by listening to his voice, have heard his call to enter into his sheepfold. In coming through The Door, the true sheep are saved through faith, and now belong to God's family forever. As I continue my enjoyment of looking at doors, I believe this reality of The Door will often come to mind. Praise God for our Door!
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