[Bryanw92]

Most of the sheep go where the shepherd leads them. If the shepherd stops doing his job and lets them wander away, then they will wander away.

[EEGator]

I disagree with you. There are many “Catholics” who don’t attend church and do what they want. It’s impossible for the clergy to reach them.

[A.A. Cunningham]

The gift of free will doesn't mean you can pass the buck for your own mistakes. The metaphor of the sheep isn't absolute.

"But he that knew not, and did things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. And unto whomsoever much is given, of him much shall be required: and to whom they have committed much, of him they will demand the more." Luke 12:48

[GBA]

Most of the sheep go where the shepherd leads them. If the shepherd stops doing his job and lets them wander away, then they will wander away.

If I, lost and ignorant, come seeking the Truth, yet find that those who claim to be the Truth's teachers act as though they themselves do not believe it, why should I?

Of all the responsibilities to take on, then not live up to, this is the worst one to be a slacker about. Epic fail. Don't be that guy.

Satan smiles about how much pain these "shepherds" cause Jesus.

[NYer]

Most of the sheep go where the shepherd leads them.

That is because sheep can't think for themselves. Do you consider yourself a sheep?