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Bible dictionary for children

Good Shepherd

Good Shepherd is a title Jesus uses to describe his care for his people.

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What does it mean?

Good Shepherd is a title Jesus uses to describe his care for his people. A good shepherd knows, guides and protects the flock.

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What makes the shepherd's care dependable?

An example from the Bible

John 10 contrasts Jesus with a hired worker who abandons the sheep when danger comes. Jesus speaks of giving his life for the sheep.

Read John 10:11 ↗

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Related reading: John 10:11

“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.

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