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Lions, Sheep, and the Shepherd Who Never Runs

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Have you ever felt unsteady, like you're building your life on shifting sand? Our exploration of God's faithfulness offers the antidote to life's instability.
The faithfulness of God emerges as one of Scripture's grandest themes, particularly in 2 Thessalonians 3:3: "The Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one." This powerful promise addresses two critical human needs - stability and protection. We discover how God's reliability transforms our inconsistent nature into steadfast service when we surrender to the work of His Word and Spirit.
Through vivid biblical imagery, we examine our vulnerability as sheep facing a predatory enemy "who walks about like a roaring lion." While sheep stand no chance against lions on their own, we serve a Good Shepherd who, unlike hired hands, never abandons His flock during attacks. Jesus declares, "I am the good shepherd... and I know My sheep and am known by My own" (John 10:14), guaranteeing His protective presence.
Living by God's promises means focusing on His ability rather than our limitations. His faithfulness manifests both in establishing us spiritually and guarding us externally. When we truly know the Lord as our God and recognize ourselves as "the sheep of His pasture" (Psalm 100:3), we experience the security that transforms our perspective on life's challenges.
What areas of your life need divine stability today? Where might you be vulnerable to spiritual attack? Remember, the same faithful God who called you into relationship with Christ stands ready to establish and protect you now and always.

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Chapters

1. God's Faithfulness and Promises (00:00:00)

2. Living by God's Grace (00:02:48)

3. Spiritual Stability Amid Inconsistency (00:06:09)

4. Protected from the Evil One (00:07:59)

5. Closing Prayer and Benediction (00:11:31)

89 episodes

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Manage episode 497615614 series 3634583
Content provided by Raymond Brown, Clarence Matthews, North Clinton Ave Church of Christ, Raymond Brown, Clarence Matthews, and North Clinton Ave Church of Christ. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Raymond Brown, Clarence Matthews, North Clinton Ave Church of Christ, Raymond Brown, Clarence Matthews, and North Clinton Ave Church of Christ or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

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Have you ever felt unsteady, like you're building your life on shifting sand? Our exploration of God's faithfulness offers the antidote to life's instability.
The faithfulness of God emerges as one of Scripture's grandest themes, particularly in 2 Thessalonians 3:3: "The Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one." This powerful promise addresses two critical human needs - stability and protection. We discover how God's reliability transforms our inconsistent nature into steadfast service when we surrender to the work of His Word and Spirit.
Through vivid biblical imagery, we examine our vulnerability as sheep facing a predatory enemy "who walks about like a roaring lion." While sheep stand no chance against lions on their own, we serve a Good Shepherd who, unlike hired hands, never abandons His flock during attacks. Jesus declares, "I am the good shepherd... and I know My sheep and am known by My own" (John 10:14), guaranteeing His protective presence.
Living by God's promises means focusing on His ability rather than our limitations. His faithfulness manifests both in establishing us spiritually and guarding us externally. When we truly know the Lord as our God and recognize ourselves as "the sheep of His pasture" (Psalm 100:3), we experience the security that transforms our perspective on life's challenges.
What areas of your life need divine stability today? Where might you be vulnerable to spiritual attack? Remember, the same faithful God who called you into relationship with Christ stands ready to establish and protect you now and always.

Visit Us on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/NorthClintonAvenueChurchOfChrist

  continue reading

Chapters

1. God's Faithfulness and Promises (00:00:00)

2. Living by God's Grace (00:02:48)

3. Spiritual Stability Amid Inconsistency (00:06:09)

4. Protected from the Evil One (00:07:59)

5. Closing Prayer and Benediction (00:11:31)

89 episodes

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