Matthew 9:38
Therefore pray to the Owner of the harvest to send laborers to gather in his harvest."
John 10:11
I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down his life for his sheep.
Acts 20:28
Be watchful over yourselves, and over the whole flock, of which the Holy Spirit has placed you in charge, to shepherd the Church of God, which he won for himself at the cost of his life.
Hebrews 12:9
Further, when our earthly fathers disciplined us, we respected them. Shall we not, then, much rather yield submission to the Father of souls, and live?
1 Peter 5:2-4
I urge you to be true shepherds of the flock of God among you, not because you are compelled, but of your own free will; not from a base love of gain, but with a ready spirit;