What does it really mean for Jesus to be the Good Shepherd? Rohan Bell, Tim, and Steph Mulford dive deep into John 10, exploring leadership, intimacy with God, and the safety found in Christ as the gate. From Ezekiel’s prophetic rebuke to Psalm 23’s comfort, this conversation unpacks both the challenge and beauty of following the Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep.

👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...

✅ 🐑 The Shepherd’s rebuke: How John 10 confronts abusive leadership in light of Ezekiel 34.

✅ 🕊️ Faithful leadership vs self-serving leadership: Why Jesus reserved His harshest words for false shepherds.

✅ 📖 Knowing His voice: How Scripture, prayer, and community help us recognise and follow Jesus.

✅ 🛡️ The gate of safety: Jesus as the living gate—guarding, protecting, and laying His life down.

✅ 🌍 One flock, one Shepherd: How Jesus’ words opened the door for Gentiles to be part of God’s family.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Steph’s “house with no den” joke & lighthearted start

01:17 – John 10 in context: blind leaders and the Good Shepherd

04:42 – Ezekiel 34 rebuke: shepherds as wolves in disguise

08:42 – Knowing His voice: intimacy, Scripture, and obedience

13:24 – The gate and the pasture: safety, provision, and unity

19:45 – Jesus’ divinity and His fierce defence of the vulnerable

23:44 – Leadership lessons and closing reflections

🙋‍♂️ Reflection and Application

How does Jesus’ fierce defence of the vulnerable challenge my view of leadership?

Do I recognise His voice—or am I listening to “other voices”?

What would it look like to spend intentional time with the Good Shepherd this week?

Am I living as part of the flock in community, or trying to follow Jesus alone?

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