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***cmc*** · 05-13-2009, 07:24 AM

Key Passage: Mark 6:30-44
Topic: Jesus; God's Care

When he went ashore he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. And he began to teach them many things. (Mark 6:34, ESV)

Wait a minute! Sheep...a shepherd...going ashore. Is this some kind of coastal farming situation or what? Is Jesus really comparing people to wooly animals?

The first one is up for grabs. But the answer to the second question is a definite yes! But why? Why that comparison?

Welcome to Sheep 101. It's pretty simple. Sheep are programmed to flock together--kind of like women when they all go to the restroom at the same time. And if one sheep runs off a cliff, the rest won't take a vote first--they'll head in the same direction. Sheep are followers. That's why a shepherd is a must. The shepherd guards and protects them, leads them and looks out for the best interest of the entire flock.

Jesus isn't beating around the bush here. He sees that thousands of people are wandering aimlessly in no clear direction, and that breaks His heart. So, He takes action.

Mark doesn't mention what was said, but Jesus always points His listeners to the truth. Truth always delivers purpose, clarity of thought and wholeness. It fills empty hearts, strengthens the weak and breathes life into exhausted souls.

Jesus also met physical needs on this particular day, which shows that He's interested in the whole person. But people have spiritual needs too--and those can't be ignored.

When was the last time you went to Jesus and asked Him to come into your situation and "shepherd" like only He can? Why not admit that you're a sheep who needs a shepherd to look out for you.

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CAPTAINZING2000 · 05-13-2009, 10:27 AM

So, you women are like sheep and that's why you all go to the bathroom at the same time huh !!

IO Storm · 05-13-2009, 03:06 PM

Baaaa-aaaaad Captain!

***cmc*** · 05-13-2009, 05:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CAPTAINZING2000

So, you women are like sheep and that's why you all go to the bathroom at the same time huh !!

Very amusing, Capt!!

CaptZ >>

<<< cmc

CAPTAINZING2000 · 05-13-2009, 07:07 PM

I'm just the messenger

neener neener

05-13-2009, 07:24 AM	#1 (permalink)
*cmc* Community Greeter Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: FL Posts: 13,714	Follow the Leader Key Passage: Mark 6:30-44 Topic: Jesus; God's Care When he went ashore he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. And he began to teach them many things. (Mark 6:34, ESV) Wait a minute! Sheep...a shepherd...going ashore. Is this some kind of coastal farming situation or what? Is Jesus really comparing people to wooly animals? The first one is up for grabs. But the answer to the second question is a definite yes! But why? Why that comparison? Welcome to Sheep 101. It's pretty simple. Sheep are programmed to flock together--kind of like women when they all go to the restroom at the same time. And if one sheep runs off a cliff, the rest won't take a vote first--they'll head in the same direction. Sheep are followers. That's why a shepherd is a must. The shepherd guards and protects them, leads them and looks out for the best interest of the entire flock. Jesus isn't beating around the bush here. He sees that thousands of people are wandering aimlessly in no clear direction, and that breaks His heart. So, He takes action. Mark doesn't mention what was said, but Jesus always points His listeners to the truth. Truth always delivers purpose, clarity of thought and wholeness. It fills empty hearts, strengthens the weak and breathes life into exhausted souls. Jesus also met physical needs on this particular day, which shows that He's interested in the whole person. But people have spiritual needs too--and those can't be ignored. When was the last time you went to Jesus and asked Him to come into your situation and "shepherd" like only He can? Why not admit that you're a sheep who needs a shepherd to look out for you. © 2009 NotReligion \| __________________

05-13-2009, 10:27 AM	#2 (permalink)
CAPTAINZING2000 Psalm 118:24 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 9,452 Blog Entries: 1	So, you women are like sheep and that's why you all go to the bathroom at the same time huh !! __________________ LIFE IS GOD'S GIFT TO YOU WHAT YOU DO WITH YOUR LIFE IS YOUR GIFT TO GOD J - Jesus first O - Others next Y - Yourself last John 14:6

05-13-2009, 03:06 PM	#3 (permalink)
IO Storm IO Storm Wheel Of Fortune Champion! Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 18,193 Blog Entries: 2	Baaaa-aaaaad Captain! __________________ "God holds me still in the eye of the Storm"

05-13-2009, 07:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
CAPTAINZING2000 Psalm 118:24 Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: ILLINOIS Posts: 9,452 Blog Entries: 1	I'm just the messenger neener neener __________________ LIFE IS GOD'S GIFT TO YOU WHAT YOU DO WITH YOUR LIFE IS YOUR GIFT TO GOD J - Jesus first O - Others next Y - Yourself last John 14:6

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