The Bible describes believers as sheep that have gone astray, emphasizing their need for a shepherd, which is Christ.
In Isaiah 53:6, it is written, 'All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way.' This metaphor highlights the natural inclination of humans to stray from righteousness. Just as sheep without a shepherd can easily wander into danger, so too do people tend to pursue their own desires, leading to spiritual peril. The Good Shepherd, Jesus Christ, seeks out His lost sheep, bringing them back into the fold, as mentioned in Luke 15:4, where He seeks the lost until He finds them. This illustrates God's active role in the salvation of His people, showing that the wandering away and return are sovereignly ordered by God for His purpose and glory.
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