- In many parts of the bible, God is compared to a shepherd who guides us and looks over us. God is also compared to an eagle that protects us.
- Many find these metaphors most comforting in the knowledge that God protects us from danger.
- The shortcoming of this metaphor is that it implies we are sheep. An argument can also be made that it is no longer culturally relevant. Our lives are no longer fraught with danger and shepherds are not a common feature of modern society.
- However, all arguments against this metaphor crumble when one immerses oneself in the power of Psalm 23 which includes the immortal line, “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
