1. What is the meaning of John 10:13?

2. How does John 10:13 illustrate the difference between a hireling and a shepherd?

3. What does "flees because he is a hired servant" reveal about commitment?

4. How can we apply the shepherd's dedication in John 10:13 to our lives?

5. Compare John 10:13 with Psalm 23:1. How do they portray God's care?

6. In what ways can we avoid being like the hireling in our faith?

7. What does John 10:13 reveal about the character of a true shepherd versus a hired hand?

8. How does John 10:13 challenge our understanding of leadership and responsibility in the church?

9. Why does the hired hand flee in John 10:13, and what does this imply about commitment?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 10?

11. Is there only one shepherd?

12. What does 'Jesus loved His own to the end' mean?

13. What defines Christian leadership?

14. Zechariah 13:7 - Who is the 'shepherd' in this verse, and why does the text imply that God himself would strike him, which seems contradictory to other passages?1. How does the role of the hired servant in John 10:13 contrast with that of the Good Shepherd, and what implications does this have for leadership within the church?

2. In what ways can believers today discern between true and false shepherds in their spiritual communities?

3. How does the imagery of the Good Shepherd in John 10 enhance your understanding of Jesus' care and commitment to His followers?

4. Reflect on a time when you felt abandoned or uncared for. How does knowing Jesus as the Good Shepherd provide comfort and assurance in such situations?

5. How can you apply the principle of selfless service in your daily life, following the example of the Good Shepherd?1. What does the parable of the shepherd and the sheep reveal about the nature of Jesus' relationship with His followers?

2. How does Jesus' role as the gate for the sheep relate to themes of salvation and protection?

3. In what ways does Jesus distinguish Himself from the hired hands in His role as the Good Shepherd?

4. How does Jesus' willing sacrifice for His sheep reflect His divine love and mission?

5. How do the contrasting reactions to Jesus' teachings among the Jews reflect different responses to spiritual truth today?

6. How does Jesus handle opposition and threats to His life in this chapter?

7. How can Jesus' assurance of eternal life and protection to His sheep comfort and inspire you in your faith journey?

8. How does Jesus' claim of unity with the Father deepen your understanding of His divine identity?

9. What lessons does this chapter offer about the role of works as a testimony of one's faith?

10. How do you interpret Jesus' statement, "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me" in your personal spiritual journey?

11. How does this chapter illuminate the concept of spiritual leadership and guidance?

12. What can we learn from the faith of those who believed in Jesus across the Jordan?

13. How does the imagery of the shepherd and the sheep inform your understanding of community within the Christian faith?

14. What does Jesus' interaction with the Jews during the Feast of Dedication reveal about His approach to confrontation?

15. Reflect on the idea of abundant life as presented by Jesus. How does this idea manifest in your personal faith experience?

16. How does the chapter challenge traditional religious authority through the character of the Pharisees?

17. In what ways does this chapter encourage perseverance in faith amidst opposition and misunderstanding?

18. Reflect on Jesus' teachings in this chapter. How do they inform your understanding of His mission and identity?

19. How does the theme of division in response to Jesus' teachings relate to contemporary societal reactions to spiritual truths?

20. Reflect on the entire chapter. How does the story of the Good Shepherd influence your understanding of Jesus' role in your life?

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