We will always know Jesus as the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-16). As God and Man, Jesus is allowed to be both a literal and spiritual shepherd that helps us, loves us, and guides us. Jesus’ ancestors (Rachel, Joseph, Jacob, David) were literal shepherds whose hearts were towards God. This symbolism led to Jesus as the culmination of all shepherds, both literal and spiritual.   What Are Spiritual Shepherds?   Spiritual shepherds are the leaders of the Church who are tasked with

To celebrate Valentine’s Day, read these scriptures reflecting True Love—the Love of God!   Genesis 22:16-17 “…By myself have I sworn…that because you…have not withheld your son, your only son; that in blessing I will bless you, and in multiplying I will multiply your seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which is upon the sea…”   Exodus 3:7 “…I have surely seen the affliction of my people…and have heard their cry…for I know their sorrows.”   Deuteronomy 7:8 “But b

As Christians, we know Jesus as a Shepherd—someone who herds and takes care of sheep for a living. But did you know that there are many characters in the Bible who were literal shepherds? Some even include Jesus’ own ancestors! Let’s take a dive into the definition of a shepherd, and then we’ll study the spiritual side of one. Finally, we’ll list known shepherds in the Bible, both literal and spiritual, in two parts!   What Is a Shepherd and What Does He/She Do?   A shepherd