10:7-14 Access and Care Jesus reveals that he is both the way into God’s family (“I am the gate,” 10:7) and the provider for and protector of his people (“I am the good shepherd,” 10:11). Jesus, our good shepherd, pays close attention to us and meets our needs, even needs we do not realize we have. He protects us against all dangers, both obvious and unknown. In him, we have both confidence and security.