Proverbs 27:23

The Passion Translation

A shepherd should pay close attention to the faces of his flock and hold close to his heart the condition of those he cares for.

Cross References

Genesis 33:13

But Jacob replied, “My lord, you can see how tired the children are, and all our flocks and herds are nursing their young. If we drive them too hard for even a day, they will die.

Proverbs 24:27

Go ahead, build your career and give yourself to your work. But if you put me first, you’ll see your family built up!

Proverbs 24:32

So I considered their lack of wisdom, and I pondered the lessons I could learn from this:

Jeremiah 31:10

“Listen, nations, to the word of Yahweh. Proclaim it on the distant coastlands, saying, ‘He who scattered Israel will gather him. Like a shepherd guards his flock, Yahweh watches over his people.’

Ezekiel 34:12

As a good shepherd searches after his scattered sheep, so I will look after my sheep and rescue them from wherever they have been scattered on the day of disaster.

Ezekiel 34:31

And you, my people, are my sheep, the flock of my pasture are people, and I am your God. I, Lord Yahweh, have spoken.’ ”

John 10:3

and because the gatekeeper knows who he is, he opens the gate to let him in. And the sheep recognize the voice of the true Shepherd, for he calls his own by name and leads them out, for they belong to him.

1 Peter 5:2

to be compassionate shepherds who tenderly care for God’s flock and who feed them well, for you have the responsibility to guide, protect, and oversee. Consider it a joyous pleasure and not merely a religious duty. Lead from the heart under God’s leadership—not as a way to gain finances dishonestly but as a way to eagerly and cheerfully serve.