The role of the shepherd is a powerful and inspiring image of leadership and care. A shepherd lives selflessly, offers protection, and leads by example—just like Jesus Christ, King David, and Moses in the Bible. He boldly leads the way, cares for and provides with love, offers protection, knows each sheep personally, is willing to lay down his life for the flock (John 10:11-18), and brings with him a long period of training and great patience. Are you such a shepherd?