I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. John 10:9
Jesus says, “I am the gate.” His only interest is our well-being. Jesus doesn’t need our money, favors, or status. He is the portal of our coming in and going out. Sheep come into the pen for security. They went out each day to find refreshment and life. Jesus is our gateway to these gifts…
Of course, shepherds don’t tend sheep individually. They tend flocks. Sheep have to share their blessings. Thus, in a few words, Jesus offers us the secret to life: trust in Him for what we need for happiness and share the sources of that happiness with others around us.”
Rev. Rob Fuquay in Saving Grace: Hope-Filled Devotions Along the Way to Financial Well-Being (Nashville: Abingdon, 2020) 34.
Security, refreshment, and life. What more could we ask for?
Jesus is the gate to that which sustains us and fuels our generous service. Notice that His only interest is our good, our well-being. He serves to minister to our needs. That’s what we get to do for others. What might it look like for your to share the Source of life and happiness?
My friend, Ken visited me last night. He shared some plants and blessed me with his presence.. These little things in life are not little.
His blessings reminded me of the Source of those blessings.