Contradiction with Psalm 23:1
This verse describes God as a shepherd, suggesting a contradiction since John 10:11 identifies Jesus as the good shepherd.
Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 34:12
This verse speaks about God searching for His sheep, implying a role that contrasts with the exclusive role of Jesus as the good shepherd in John 10:11.
Ezekiel 34:12: As a shepherd seeketh out his flock in the day that he is among his sheep [that are] scattered; so will I seek out my sheep, and will deliver them out of all places where they have been scattered in the cloudy and dark day. [As...: Heb. According to the seeking]
Contradiction with Matthew 19:17
This verse suggests only God is truly good, posing a contradiction to Jesus claiming the title of the "good shepherd" in John 10:11.
Matthew 19:17: And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? [there is] none good but one, [that is], God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:25
This verse implies that believers have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of their souls, which could contradict the sole claim of Jesus as the shepherd in John 10:11.
1 Peter 2:25: For ye were as sheep going astray; but are now returned unto the Shepherd and Bishop of your souls.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:20
This verse refers to Jesus as the great shepherd, which contrasts with the simple term "good shepherd," potentially insinuating different levels of shepherdhood.
Hebrews 13:20: Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant, [covenant: or, testament]