FEBRUARY 9, John 10:16

Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd says to His Jewish followers in John 10:16, “And other sheep I have, which are not of this fold: them also I must bring, and they shall hear my voice; and there shall be one fold, and one shepherd.” Who are these “other sheep”? They are believers who are not Jews but are known as the Gentiles. They are from different parts of the world. One day, they will come to believe in Jesus, too. All who hear His voice will follow the One and Only way, which is through Jesus. They will all be together, as sheep of the Heavenly Shepherd.

In heaven, we will see just how many types of these “other sheep” there would be. It is so wonderful to know that our faith is not just for one race or one type of people. God loves all and wants all to come to Him.

Dear reader, are you among “the other sheep” which Jesus will bring into His fold?

Read the following Bible verses to find out the missing words:

1. “So we thy people and __________ of thy pasture will give thee thanks for ever: we will shew forth thy praise to all generations.” (Psalm 79:13).

2. “For He is our God; and we are the people of His pasture, and the __________ of his hand. To day if ye will hear his voice,” (Psalm 95:7).

3. “All we like __________ have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:6).

ANSWER: __ __ __ __ __

Thought: Am I among the “other sheep”?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that I am one of these “other sheep”. Help me to live as one of Your good followers, that others will see You in my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.