What are some characteristics of a good shepherd? The article lists: feeder & nourisher, provider, peace, restorer, righteousness, companion, victor, sanctifier, and most high.
Which of these characteristics is most meaningful to you?
In contrast how does Jesus describe a bad shepherd? (Ezek 34:1-16)
By comparing Himself to a good shepherd what is Jesus trying to tell us about Himself?
What human need is Jesus addressing by this statement?
How does it make you feel to think of God caring for you as a Good Shepherd?