After the shepherds of Israel mistreated and kicked out the man born blind in chapter 9, Jesus announced in John 10:1-21 that he is the Good Shepherd. While false shepherds sacrificed the sheep for their own benefit, the Good Shepherd laid down his life for the sheep. The question for us is if we know his voice and follow him. (sermon notes)
Because they questioned and rejected Jesus’ authority, the chief priests were removed from their post and replaced by others from all the nations.
Even though it was hard for the Hebrew slaves to see it, and hard for us sometimes, God does care.
Jesus told more parables to show that the kingdom of God is free to enter but demands everything.
