3 Essential Actions to Strengthen Your Relationship with Christ

In this fifth installment of the Activated series, Nicole explores what it means to truly follow Jesus in our actions. Focusing on John 10:7–11 and 27–30, she highlights how Jesus presents Himself as both the gate and the Good Shepherd, contrasting His life-giving presence with the destructive force of the thief.

Listeners are invited into a deeper reflection on what it means to hear God's voice, enter into relationship with Him, and follow where He leads. Nicole breaks down these core actions and reveals the beautiful outcome: a life of confidence, safety, and transformation in Christ.

What Does It Say?

• Jesus is both the Gate and the Good Shepherd: He provides access to salvation and nurtures us in safety and truth.

• Three Actions of the Faithful Sheep:

  • Know His Voice – Learn to recognize God’s presence and guidance.

  • Enter through Him – Accept the invitation of relationship and redemption.

  • Follow His Lead – Focus your life around Jesus and take daily obedient steps.

• Opposing Kingdoms Are Real: Jesus names the thief who seeks to steal, kill, and destroy—but He comes to offer life to the full.

• God’s Voice is Knowable: Through Scripture, prayer, and community, we can discern His guidance and grow in relationship.

• Focus Drives Following: Where we place our attention is where our actions will follow.

• Tiny Obediences Matter: Everyday choices like patience, kindness, and self-control are the building blocks of a transformed life.

📜 Bible Verse References

• John 10:7–11; 27–30
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• John 14:6 – “No one comes to the Father except through me.”
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• Genesis 15 – God’s covenant with Abraham
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• 1 Corinthians 11:23–26 – The institution of the Lord’s Supper
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