John 10: The Good Shepherd

John 10 features Jesus' teachings about His role as the Good Shepherd, using the metaphor of a shepherd to describe His relationship with His followers. Jesus explains that He is the gate for the sheep, offering safety and salvation, and contrasts Himself with thieves and robbers who come to harm the flock. He emphasizes His willingness to lay down His life for the sheep, highlighting His sacrificial love and commitment. The chapter also includes the powerful declaration, "I and the Father are one," which underscores His divine unity with God and leads to further tension with the Jewish leaders, who accuse Him of blasphemy. Through these teachings, Jesus illustrates His protective, guiding, and nurturing role, inviting believers to recognize His voice and follow Him to eternal life.