Jesus saw the many people and felt sorry for them because they were worried and helpless—like sheep without a shepherd to lead them. – Matthew 9:36 (ERV)
Sheep are the animals most mentioned in the Bible. They are described as lost, blessed, thirsty, hungry, fat, lean, separated from goats, blemished, unblemished, sacrificed, scattered, wandering, innocent, harmless, confused, easily strayed, offered upon the altar, found, rescued, led, exalted, eaten, gathered, persecuted, in need of feeding, helpless, fearful, responding to their name, protected, anointed, knowing the shepherd’s voice, righteous, known by the shepherd…
We are all these and more, since Psalm 100:3, describes us
as the sheep of the Lord’s pasture.
Hebrews 13:20 tells us that Jesus is that great Shepherd of the sheep.
Therefore, we, as the sheep of the Great Shepherd, are to
look to Jesus as the provider of all our needs. Only Jesus can thoroughly
satisfy us in every way and in every aspect of our lives. Jesus’ deep love and
undeniable care for us is clearly reflected in the words of Psalm 23.
As it is written,
The Lord is my shepherd, I
lack nothing. – Psalm 23:1 (NIV)
Now, beloved, continue reading and reflecting upon Psalm 23
and pray that the Lord will grant you a deep revelation of who you really are
as “the sheep of His pasture”.
Amen †
Shelley Johnson “His Sheep” ©2012 (02-10-12) revisited
October 16, 2026
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