First and foremost the Shepherd is a man called by God to lead the people. For Moses, the call from God comes in the form of a burning bush on the backside of the wilderness tending sheep. Moses’ response to the call was a whole list of excuses as to why he was not qualified to lead these people. God assures him of two things, one he is not getting out of this and two he will be with him. The strength of the shepherd comes from God’s ability.