Lesson Review 10/18/15

Feed My Sheep

Taught by Angie Murdock

How does the gospel affect your life?

-gives a sure foundation, be grounded

-comfort, joy, and peace

-a place to belong

"In Jesus’ time, the Palestinian shepherd knew each of his sheep. The sheep knew his voice and trusted him. They would not follow a stranger. Thus, when called, the sheep would come to him. (See John 10:1–5, 14.)

"At night, the shepherds would lead their sheep to a corral or a sheepfold. High walls surrounded the sheepfold, and thorns were placed on top of the walls to prevent wild animals and thieves from climbing over. Sometimes, however, a wild animal driven by hunger would leap over the walls into the midst of the sheep, frightening and threatening them.

"Such a situation separated the true shepherd—one who loved his sheep—from the hireling who worked only for pay out of duty. The true shepherd was willing to give his life for the sheep. He would go in among the sheep and fight for their welfare. The hireling, on the other hand, valued his own personal safety above the sheep and would usually flee from the danger."

What are the qualities of a True Shepherd?

-love

-knows each sheep by name

-protection, safety

-trust and loyalty 

-a good leader

Think of people in your life that you can reach out to. Pray for them this week! Remember that the purpose of the gospel is to bring ourselves and others back to Christ. The best way to do this is through love. 

"...We must all learn to be true shepherds. We must manifest the same love to others that the Good Shepherd has for all of us. Each soul is precious to Him. His invitation beckons every member -every son and daughter of God...  As you earnestly strive to accomplish this worthy goal, we urge you to give renewed emphasis to effective priesthood home teaching and effective Relief Society visiting teaching. Home teaching and visiting teaching are inspired programs. They are designed to reach each member of the Church each month, both the active and the less active. Please give home teaching and visiting teaching an increased emphasis."

https://www.lds.org/manual/teachings-of-presidents-of-the-church-ezra-taft-benson/chapter-20-feed-my-sheep?lang=eng

Next week: Stake Conference                                                                                                        
Saturday Adult Sessions at 5pm and 7:30pm                                                                                  
Sunday General Session at 10am