Metaphors are used throughout Scripture. Whether it's in poetry or parables, the Bible uses metaphor to link two concepts together in order to paint a picture for us. In Psalm 23, David uses the metaphor of the sheep and the shepherd to describe our relationship with the Lord. It is a beautiful and profound way to depict this relationship that is full of nuance.
So why use sheep as the metaphor, and how does that relate to us today? You'll find that the similarities are greater than you might have realized. You'll also discover why that's such a good thing.
Metaphors are used throughout Scripture. Whether it's in poetry or parables, the Bible uses metaphor to link two concepts together in order to paint a picture for us. In Psalm 23, David uses the metaphor of the sheep and the shepherd to describe our relationship with the Lord. It is a beautiful and profound way to depict this relationship that is full of nuance.
So why use sheep as the metaphor, and how does that relate to us today? You'll find that the similarities are greater than you might have realized. You'll also discover why that's such a good thing.