John 10:18
The Scripture
(18) No man taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have power to lay it down, and I have power to take it again. This commandment have I received of my Father.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter Jesus explains that He is not the thief who steals, but the good shepherd who leads His flock to safety. He declares that the thief will not follow Him, and the sheep will never stray from the true Shepherd. The passage emphasizes Jesus’ authority and love for His people.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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Related verses (shared words)
Genesis 19:33Genesis 19:35Exodus 16:14I Samuel 26:5I Samuel 26:7I Kings 18:23