Remember GX: New Generation

I met a few high school students in GX recently. Some young men prefer to wear women’s clothing, makeup, and wigs. When they enter the crowds, it’s truly difficult to distinguish their sex at birth.

Every person’s identity is a blessing from Him, yet more and more people of this world think they can control it. This is equivalent to rejecting His beautiful creation.

“From birth I have relied on you; you brought me forth from my mother’s womb. I will ever praise you.” Psalm 71:6

May our Heavenly Father have even greater mercy on this crooked generation. L, pour out your love on the bodies of our young people, so that they don’t focus on feeling imperfect but rather feel filled with G’s love.

The Good Shepherd Died for You

In John 10:11-21, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd, a powerful image of care, sacrifice, and love. In today’s world, where people are often viewed as mere numbers or followers to be exploited, Jesus stands out as the ultimate example of love and leadership. Unlike hired hands who abandon their sheep at the first sign of trouble, Jesus, the Good Shepherd, willingly lays down His life for us, His flock.

His death was not an accident but a deliberate act of love. Jesus knew the cost and still chose to sacrifice Himself, taking our place and bearing the punishment for our sins. This is the heart of the gospel – Jesus, the sinless one, died so that we could live. His death wasn’t just a display of bravery; it was the fulfillment of a divine plan, offering us forgiveness, freedom, and eternal life.

The beauty of this truth is that Jesus laid down His life to know us personally. He calls us His sheep, who know His voice, and He desires a deep relationship with each one of us. In a world full of uncertainty, we can be confident in the Good Shepherd’s love. He moves toward our brokenness, our failures, and our sin, not to condemn, but to restore and heal.

Today, be encouraged. Jesus is good because He died for you. He laid down His life to give you new life. No matter where you’ve been or what you’ve done, the Good Shepherd welcomes you with open arms. Turn to Him, and find rest, hope, and security in His love.

To hear more, listen to the sermon The Good Shepherd here or on you favorite podcast platform by searching for Reservoir Church.