Emphasis Preaching Journal

Home burglaries happen every day. And although it is true that if a thief wants in your house badly enough there really isn't much you can do to keep them out, there are some things we can do to deter would-be thieves. Police will tell you that thieves target houses they can get in and out of in just a few minutes. Installing deadbolts, hinge pins, and removing glass from around doorways will slow down burglars. Keeping hedges away from the house and cut short if they are close to the house takes away potential hiding places. Patio doors should be installed with locks and bars. Security glass, which is much harder to break, is a good idea when replacing windows. Lights make it hard for robbers to break in unseen, and window coverings don't allow crooks the opportunity to assess your goods from the outside.

Robbers weren't unknown in Jesus' day. But Jesus came in through the front door proving he wasn't a thief but the shepherd.