Jesus is not only the Good Shepherd who leads and protects—He is the Shepherd who laid down His life to gather every one of His sheep. From eternity past, the Father gave Him a people, and Jesus came to seek, save, and never lose even one. This lesson explores the Shepherd’s deep love and fierce commitment to His flock—how He pursues the lost, heals the wounded, gathers the scattered, and carries His own forever. We are the sheep of His pasture, and in His voice, care, and sacrifice, we find our peace, our purpose, and our place.
Christ Died: For Us to Die to Sin (1 Peter 2:24)
Jesus bore our sins on the cross not so we could remain in them—but so we could die to them and live for righteousness. 1 Peter 2:24 reminds us that by His wounds, we are healed—healed from the deadly disease of sin, and empowered to walk in newness of life. This lesson unpacks the transformative power of Christ’s death: how He healed our deepest wounds, freed us from sin’s grip, and calls us to a life marked by righteousness. Dying to sin is not a one-time act—it’s a lifelong journey of becoming more like Him.
Christ Died: To Free Us From Slavery to Sin (Romans 6:6-7)
Sin isn’t just something we struggle with—it’s a master that enslaves every person apart from Christ. But through His death and resurrection, Jesus broke the power of sin and set believers free. In this lesson, we’ll explore what it means to be enslaved to sin, how Christ’s sacrifice delivers us, and how God’s grace transforms us to become slaves of righteousness, walking in freedom and sanctification.
Christ Died: To Free Us From “Creation Worship” (1 Peter 1:18-19)
Since the fall, mankind has exchanged the truth of God for lies—worshipping the creation instead of the Creator. From idols of silver and gold to self-worship and nature adoration, people chase what is seen and forget the One who made it all. But God is not silent about this. His Word shows us that creation worship leads to judgment, while true worship of the Creator leads to life. Jesus died to free us from these empty pursuits and restore our hearts to the only One worthy of worship—our Creator and Redeemer. In this lesson, we see that Christ’s blood redeems us from idolatry so we can live in joyful, wholehearted devotion to the God who made and saved us.
Christ Died: To Become Our Compassionate Priest (Hebrews 4:15-16)
Jesus, our High Priest, understands our struggles because He Himself experienced suffering and temptation. Though He was fully human, He remained sinless, passing every test that we fail. Because of His perfect obedience, He can sympathize with our weaknesses and offer us grace in our time of need. His compassion is not distant but deeply personal—He knows our pain, intercedes for us, and invites us to approach God with confidence. This lesson explores how Christ’s role as our compassionate High Priest gives us hope, mercy, and strength to persevere.
Christ Died: To Be Our Forever Priest (Hebrews 10:12)
In the Old Testament, priests continually offered sacrifices for sin, but their work was never complete. They were temporary, limited by death, and their offerings could not fully take away sin. In contrast, Jesus is our forever priest—His sacrifice on the cross was once for all, securing full forgiveness and eternal salvation for those who trust in Him. Now, He lives forever, interceding on our behalf before God. This lesson explores how Christ’s eternal priesthood brings us lasting hope, complete redemption, and the confidence to draw near to God.
Christ Died: So That We Might Belong to Him (1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
Who is your master—sin or righteousness? The Bible makes it clear that we all serve a master, and there are only two choices: we are either slaves to sin, leading to death, or slaves to God, leading to righteousness and eternal life. Christ’s sacrifice on the cross wasn’t just to free us from sin’s grip—it was to redeem us as His own, transforming our hearts to love righteousness. This lesson explores the biblical truth of belonging to Christ, not as a burden, but as a joyful calling that leads to true freedom and life.
Christ Died: To Grant us Access to the Father (Revelation 5:9)
Our sin separates us from God, but through Christ’s sacrifice, we have been granted full access to the Father. The Old Testament sacrificial system pointed to our need for atonement, but it was only through Jesus’ blood that the final payment for sin was made. When the temple veil was torn at His death, it signified the end of separation—believers can now approach God with confidence. This lesson explores how Christ’s perfect sacrifice opened the way for true fellowship with God, calling us to walk in faith, hope, and love.
Christ Died: To Make Us Passionate for Good Deeds (Titus 2:14)
Jesus died not only to redeem us from sin but also to transform us into people who are eager to do good works that glorify God (Titus 2:14). While salvation is a free gift of grace and not earned by works (Titus 3:5, Ephesians 2:8-9), God delights in our good deeds when they serve others and meet real needs (Titus 3:14, Hebrews 13:16). Through Christ, we are empowered to live passionately for God’s glory, letting our actions shine as a testimony of His goodness (Matthew 5:16, 1 Corinthians 10:31).
Christ Died: To Reconcile Us To God (Romans 5:10)
Jesus died to reconcile us to God, restoring the relationship that sin had broken. Our sins separated us from Him, making us His enemies (Isaiah 59:2, Romans 8:7-8). Yet, while we were still lost, God removed His judgment by sending Jesus to suffer in our place (Isaiah 53:5-6). Through His death, we are no longer under God’s wrath but are made right with Him, and through His life, we are assured of our future salvation and eternal glory (Romans 5:9-10).