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John 10:1-21, I Am the Good Shepherd
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Dr. William Weinrich examines Jesus as the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep and lays down His life for them.
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Christus Victor
Jesus' saving death and resurrection conquer darkness, the ruler of this world, death, fear, and accusation.
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How the theme develops
- Darkness cannot master the Light.
- Signs show life invading death.
- The cross judges and expels the world's ruler.
- Jesus enters arrest as sovereign Lord.
- Resurrection turns locked fear into peace and mission.
Key passages
- John 1:5
- John 12:31-33
- John 16:33
- John 18:4-9
- John 20:19-23
What it reveals about Jesus
Jesus wins through the very self-giving death that saves sinners; victory and atonement belong together.
Old Testament background
Genesis 3:15; Exodus 14-15; Isaiah 25:6-9