There are lots of opportunities to pray together and we would like to invite you to be a part of any that you can participate in.

1. Pre-Service Prayer: We will pray BEFORE service in the Parent Room at 9 am. This prayer time is to connect in prayer together for the upcoming service, the Body of Christ, and Global Issues.

2. After-Service Prayer: Both male & female prayer leaders will be available in the front right corner of the STAGE following each service to pray with those in need of prayer.

3. Each week we take a few minutes to pray for the missionaries we support during service, but we hope that you will take some time out of your week to pray for them before and after service as well.

This week's missionary prayer is for Pastor Dennis & Vania Aggrey with the Christian Revival Church Association in Liberia, Africa.

Title: The Good Shepherd

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Summary: In this passage, Jesus presents Himself as the "Good Shepherd." He contrasts the behavior of a true shepherd, who cares for his sheep, with that of thieves and robbers, who come only to harm.

Questions:

Icebreaker: If you could instantly learn any skill, what would it be?

1. What does Jesus mean when He says He is the "Good Shepherd"? How does this metaphor help us understand His role? 

2. In verses 3-4, Jesus talks about the sheep recognizing the shepherd's voice.  In what ways can we discern and follow Jesus' voice in our daily lives? What practices or habits can help us stay focused on His guidance?

 3.  How does Jesus' willingness to lay down His life for His sheep contrast with the behavior of the hired hand? What does this tell us about His character? 

4. What do you think Jesus is referring to when He mentions "other sheep not of this sheep pen"? How does this relate to His mission and message?

5. Reflect on a time when you felt like a "sheep" in need of guidance or protection. How did you experience Jesus' presence and care during that time?