“I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” – John 10:11 One thing I’ve loved about researching this blog series is taking these names and digging past the familiar to see where they lead. Jesus as the Good Shepherd is as familiar as it gets. What does “The Good Shepherd” make you think of? Fluffy, white clouds dot the sky, and fluffy, white sheep graze in a meadow, never straying near danger. Birds and butterflies flit among the wildflowers. The temperature is a perfect 70 degrees, and there’s a slight breeze. The shepherd dozes in the sunshine. Edvard Grieg’s Morning plays in the…