Theme: Shepherd

The image of God as shepherd runs like a golden thread through all of Scripture — from the twenty-third Psalm to the parable of the lost sheep to Jesus declaring himself the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for his flock. Shepherd-themed worship songs tap into this ancient and deeply personal image, celebrating a God who leads, protects, provides, and pursues. These songs speak to the human longing to be known and cared for by someone wiser and stronger, and they find that longing perfectly answered in the God who calls his sheep by name. Singing about the Shepherd creates a spirit of trust and rest in the congregation, drawing hearts toward the One who is always watching over them.