Picky Sheep

Jesus said, “Then feed my sheep.” (John 21:17 NLT)

What if the sheep don’t like what you’re offering? What if they are picky eaters? What if they would rather find fulfillment on their own?

 “The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.

He lets me rest in green meadows; He leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength. (Ps. 23:1-3 NLT)

It is hard to convince others to leave the herd and join you in following the Shepherd. I’ve seen glimpses of the green meadows and peaceful streams. I try to describe it, persuade others. Often, I end up discouraged and join the herd myself as they wander in distant pastures, away from the Shepherd.

“Jesus said, ‘Don’t bicker among yourselves over me. You’re not in charge here. The Father who sent me is in charge. He draws people to me—that’s the only way you’ll ever come. Only then do I do my work, putting people together, setting them on their feet.” (John 6:43-46 MSG)

No matter how persuasive we are, we can’t bring anyone into the presence of God. Divine intervention combined with a surrendering of our will--lead to Faith. 

Faith, when marinated in study, over a period of time, can lead to an appreciation of God.