Analysis of the analogy of God as shepherd leader

  Analyze the analogy of God as shepherd leader found in the following passages of Scripture: Exodus 15:13, Psalm chapter 23, Psalm chapter 77, Psalm 78:70-72, Isaiah 40:11, Hosea 11:4, Matthew 9:35-38, and Revelation 7:16 -17. Knowing that we are to emulate God as our ultimate example, what principles can be drawn from these passages concerning our actions and obligations as shepherd leaders in the 21st Century? You may cite these verses (e.g., Isaiah 40:11) in your analysis, but do not quote them. Quoting large portions of Scripture does not count toward your final word count requirement.