Who is Jesus? The Only Way, the Gate

Verses:

'Therefore Jesus said again, “Very truly I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. '

John 10:7

'I am the gate; whoever enters through me will be saved. They will come in and go out, and find pasture. '

John 10:9

Devotional:

Jesus’ statement, “I am the gate,” indicates that He is the only way to salvation. This imagery of Jesus as a gate comes from a shepherd’s practice of guarding the entrance to a sheepfold by laying in the doorway as a gate. Just as a shepherd protects the sheep, Jesus safeguards His followers from danger. Through His sacrifice, He has provided us with forgiveness and grace. Through Jesus alone, we find freedom, guidance, and eternal security.

Entering through Christ means trusting in His perfect sacrifice on the cross, receiving His grace, obeying His words, and walking in His love. The world offers many different paths, but only through Jesus can we inherit eternal life. Jesus invites all to enter through Him, promising rest, provision, and salvation to those who believe in Him.

Reflect:
Have you allowed Jesus to guide your life? Is He the gate for you? Will you enter through the gate and trust in its protection? Just as sheep could only enter the safety of the pen through the gate, Jesus is the only way to eternal life with God.

Respond:
In this life, we will face many struggles. Jesus wants to be your protection as you follow Him. Ask God to help you understand the truth of Jesus’ "I Am" statement: “I am the gate” more deeply today.

Pray:
God, thank You for Your protection and guidance in my life. Thank You for being the gate for me, the only way I can be saved. Thank You for Your grace and forgiveness. Guide me to share this Good News with others so that everyone can find the forgiveness You offer to all. Help me to trust fully in You as my protection and the leader of my life. Amen.