Sermon

Sheep and the Shepherd

† Fourth Sunday of Easter † April 26, 2026

Jesus describes himself as the Good Shepherd and the door of the sheep. Like sheep, we are prone to wander, unable to save ourselves, and wholly dependent on him. Any teaching not rooted in Christ crucified and risen is the voice of a thief, not a shepherd. Through his death and resurrection, Jesus marks his sheep in baptism, forgives their sins, and keeps them safe in his flock forever.

The Scripture readings for this day are: