Dictionary of Bible Themes Church leaders are likened to shepherds, on account of their pastoral responsibilities and tasks. 1 Peter 5:4Jesus Christ, the archetypal shepherd Ephesians 4:11Appointment of shepherds See also Mark 3:14Acts 14:23 1 Corinthians 12:28 John 21:15 Shepherd responsibilities See also Feeding the flock Mark 6:34John 21:17 1 Corinthians 3:2 Hebrews 5:12-14 Jude 1:12 John 21:16 See also Caring for the flock Matthew 25:36Acts 20:28 Philippians 1:1 1 Timothy 3:1-2 2 Timothy 1:17 Titus 1:7 James 1:27 1 Peter 5:2 Acts 20:29 See also Protecting, from false teachers Matthew 7:15John 10:1,10 1 Peter 5:3 Leading, not exploiting See also Hebrews 13:17Being accountable John 10:15Acts 12:1-4; 21:13 Risking death See also 2330 Christ as shepherd5806 compassion 7027 church, purpose 7135 Israel, people of God 7734 leaders, spiritual 7751 persuasion 7793 teachers 7939 ministry 8124 guidance 8354 trustworthiness 8428 example 8750 false teachings |
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