The Expectations & Dangers of Spiritual Leadership (1 of 2)
2018-11-04

The Expectations & Dangers of Spiritual Leadership (1 of 2)

Preacher:
Passage: 1 Peter 5:1-4
Service Type:

"elder”  =  One who is spiritually older/mature

“shepherd/pastor”  =  to feed

“bishop/overseer”  =  leading, directing, guiding

 

 

A Shepherd’s Job Description:

  1. Provision - Feeding- gift of teaching
  2. Protection - From lies - gift of discernment
  3. Correction - From sin - gift of exhortation
  4. Care - Meeting needs - gift of compassion/mercy
  5. Direction - Leading - gift of administration

 

Our perfect Shepherd:  Psalm 23