Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio
Week 2: Chapter 1 — The Seat Belongs to the Shepherd
Read Chapter 1 of Don't Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table. Primary Scripture: Psalm 23:1–3; John 10:1–15.
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This chapter lays the foundation for everything that follows — if you don't know who the Shepherd is and what He has done, you won't be able to fight the battles ahead.
Discussion Questions
8 questions1.Giglio introduces the idea that the Good Shepherd is not passive — He actively leads, restores, and fights for His sheep. How does that active, pursuing image of Jesus challenge or expand your normal picture of Him?
2.The chapter draws a sharp contrast between the voice of the Shepherd and the voice of the Enemy. Jesus says His sheep know His voice (John 10). Practically speaking, how do you tell the difference between the two in your daily thought life?
3.Giglio points out that "the Lord is my Shepherd" is a declaration of ownership and relationship, not just a comforting metaphor. What is the difference between saying "the Lord is *a* shepherd" and "the Lord is *my* Shepherd"? What does it require of you to make it personal?