A Full Life

Scripture – John 10:7-10: Therefore Jesus said again, “I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. All who ever came before me were thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. He will come in and go out, and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

Observation – (Write down what you see in the scripture.) In Christ I have a fullness of life I find nowhere else. There are so many other voices around me promising life. The ads on TV continually show me an image of what a “full” life is. They also promise to help me get there if I buy what they’re selling. Other religions and philosophies make the same kind of offer. Jesus is the only one who can deliver on that promise of life in all its fullness. And it’s not for sale. It’s a gift to be received. Anyone can enter through the gate and find life.

Application – (Write how you will be different today because of what you have just read.) I will be aware of the other voices around me today. I’ll pay attention to what they’re promising. I’ll recognize them as the “thieves and robbers” they are. I will keep my hope and trust in Jesus Christ.

Prayer – (Write out a brief prayer.) Lord, I give you great thanks for your faithfulness to me. Thank you for life. Thank you for the assurance of eternal life. Thank you for leading me into life that is real.