Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
John 10:12 Cross-References
Explore 13 cross-references for John 10:12 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting John chapter 10 verse 12 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But he that is an hireling, and not the shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, seeth the wolf coming, and leaveth the sheep, and fleeth: and the wolf catcheth them, and scattereth the sheep.”
John 10:12 (KJV)
Commentary on John 10:12
Jesus contrasts the true shepherd with the hireling who works for wages rather than love for sheep. When danger comes, hirelings flee because the sheep aren't theirs. This distinguishes genuine from mercenary ministry - true shepherds risk themselves for the flock, while hirelings protect themselves. Reformed theology values pastoral calling over religious careerism.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for John 10:12
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“vicious wolves will enter in among you”
“and their destruction will not slumber.”
“behold”
“prophesy against the shepherds of Israel”
“and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name”
“having loved this present world”
“exercising the oversight”
“not violent”