Truly, I say to you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate, but climbs in some other way, is a thief and a robber.
But the shepherd of the sheep enters by the gate.
The keeper opens the gate to him and the sheep hear his voice; he calls each of his sheep by name and leads them out.
When he has brought out all his own, he goes before them, and the sheep follow him for they know his voice.
---- mine,
Be alert. Be vigilant. Be aware. There are many false prophets in the world who speak in My Name; they are thieves and liars. Recognize who they are - they know neither you nor your name, but you know Me and My voice. I have called you by the name I have given you. Like all the sheep who are Mine, come to Me when I call you, and I lead you out to green pastures, to clear running streams, and feed you. In Me and with Me, you find rest, and you will be renewed and strengthened. Come away with Me often and remain with Me. Without Me, you will be easily beguiled by the world and its false promises and deceitful ways. The world promises pleasures that will steal your joy and peace. Resist the temptations and the allure of the world, which are fading and will leave you sad and dissatisfied. When tempted, recall My love, recall past blessings and favors. Recall that it is I alone who can provide you with all you need in this life that will assure you eternity with me in the presence of My Father and the Spirit forever. Wait for Me patiently to come. Do not rush out when the gatekeeper opens the gate, and a stranger calls your name. Do not be deceived by anything that the stranger says; wait in faith for Me. I will come. I will call your name, you will recognise My voice because you are familiar with its sound, and I will lead you out in safety and ensure that no harm comes to you from the wolves who tirelessly seek your destruction, and I will do so until the end of your pilgrimage on earth.
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