Jesus metaphorically shares how He is a gatekeeper for sheep and even the gate. He says the sheep know the voice of the gatekeeper. Whom do we listen to? Do we listen to our own desires, whims, and wants? Or do we listen to the voice of Jesus directing us to love others, not seek vengenance, forgive and be kind?

Jesus says the bandit and thief come to steal. What have we allowed to be stolen from us; not physically from us, but rather from our lives? Do we let worry control our thoughts? Do we stress about broken relationships we have no control over fixing? Do we pay more attention to the news media than to God's Word?

Jesus says He comes to give us life more abundant. True abundant life is radically different from what our culture values. Our culture thinks that life is in our possessions. Jesus brings a life that is greater than what we own. He shows us how to get the most out of our circumstances and how to trust in His guidance on a daily basis.