Good Shepherd or Hireling?
Jesus says that the good shepherd lays down his life for his sheep, whereas the hireling flees at the first sign of danger, since he was never there for the sheep, but only to receive his wages.
Jesus is obviously The Good Shepherd, but I think the distinction he makes here is a useful one for us also.
Good leaders are like good shepherds—they give of themselves for their people.
Bad leaders are like hirelings—they are only in it for the position.
Today, keep your eyes open—is this or that person a good shepherd, or a hireling?