APRIL 26, 2026
The Perfect Shepherd
Rev. Paul Shoemaker
Fourth Sunday of Easter - Sermon Text: John 10:1-10; Readings: Psalm 23; Acts 2:42-47; John 10:1-10
One of our favorite images of Jesus is that of the Good Shepherd. This Good Shepherd guides us, His sheep, to the glory and majesty of heaven. It cost Him dearly to do so. That is because He loves us so.
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Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
James 1:12
As we age and more close relatives are welcomed home by our loving Father’s embrace, we, too, may think about our end-of-life service. Is it a funeral service? A memorial service? A celebration-of-life service? A coronation service? To answer, I re-read my confirmation verse, Revelation 2:10b, “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” Through daily repentance, we reaffirm our relationship with our loving Father. He calls us His children, princes and princesses of the King. And so, I believe my end-of-life service should read, “The Coronation Service of Louise Schini Weber.” But it’s interesting wording, isn’t it? It is only because of God’s overwhelming love for us that we will wear the crown of life!
Louise Schini WeberFort Myers, FL
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