Main Idea: See the abundant fields ready for harvest with the eyes of our compassionate Shepherd, and pray former Christ-following co-laborers.

Ezekiel 34

1. Our good Shepherd tends to the needs of His sheep. (v. 35)

Matt. 15:25, John 10:14-16

2. Our Good Shepherd has compassion for straying and neglected sheep. (v. 36)

Matt. 23:2-4, 11:28-30

3. As faithful workers, pray for more faithful workers to bring in the bounty of more faithful workers . (v. 37-38)

John 4:35-38

Matt. 16:24-26

-How does Jesus' response to the crowds in Matthew 9 challenge your assumptions about God's attitude towards sinners and sufferers?

-Where do you see wounded, harassed, or helpless people in your life right now who need a shepherd?

-What does Jesus' command to pray earnestly for workers teach us about the priority and power of prayer in mission? How will this change your prayers going forward?