We are sheep, and that's not a bad thing. In fact, it solely depends on the shepherd we are following. Why does the Bible compare us to sheep? Because sheep were treasured, but needed guidance, and He is the ultimate Shepherd.
"Know that the Lord is God. It is He who made us, and we are His; we are His people, the sheep of His pasture." - Psalm 100:3
GO DEEPER: Psalm 23