What does the Bible say about the role of a watchman?

In Ezekiel 33, the watchman is depicted as crucial for warning the people of God's coming judgment. God instructs the watchman to sound the alarm when danger approaches, and if he does so faithfully, he is not held responsible for those who do not listen. However, if he fails to warn, he bears the guilt for their demise. This illustrates the serious responsibility placed on those called to preach and warn others of God's justice and holiness. Preachers today are seen as watchmen in this tradition, tasked with proclaiming God's Word and warning sinners of their spiritual peril.