S. Ezekiel 34:15-16 (NIV) “I myself will tend my sheep and have them lie down, declares the Sovereign Lord. I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice.””
O. Because many of Israel’s leaders were not taking care of the people (as shepherds), God declared that He would care for His people (often referred to as sheep – that’s a whole other study). He would lead His flock with justice. In this, God reveals His heart – to search and bring back those are far away. Also, for those that are injured, God desires to build them up and strengthen them. He will not tolerate those who are self-reliant and who do not seek after Him.
A. I desire to be a good and effective shepherd as God our Father is. I will continue to pray according to the heart of God, reaching the lost and building up the weak.
P. Thank your Lord for your word today. Holy Spirit fill me and guide me to have the Father’s shepherding heart – reaching those who are far from God and building up those who are weak. I ask this in Jesus’ name.
