Jesus is the Door [Day 16]

By Kellie McLain

So Jesus again said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” (John 10:7-10 ESV)

The COVID-19/Coronavirus epidemic has reminded all of us Type A personalities that we cannot rely on ourselves to keep us, or our families, safe. We, as individuals, cannot predict or resolve global problems such as economic depressions, stock market crashes, job losses, etc. no matter how hard we try. Instead, we must turn to the Bible and remember that Jesus is our protector, our shepherd, and our door.

We need the security of the Father’s love in order to truly live securely. Rather than watching the decline of the stock market as well as your 401(k), read your Bible. Instead of looking for a new job in a new city in hopes that a new location, a new job, and a new house will bring you joy, look to your Creator. 

Let go of whatever it is that you are currently using to bring you artificial safety, whether it’s busyness, consumerism, individualism, etc. It is the presence of our Lord, our good Shepherd, who alone keeps us safe.

Prayer

Dear Lord, please help me to remember that You are my door and my shepherd, and You alone are my safety. Help lead me and remind me that You are my source of life. In Jesus’ name, amen.