In Preaching Articles: "Shepherd" showing 1-15 of 22

Shepherd God’s Flock: Our Job As Pastors

By Chris Pascarella on Sep 19, 2017

As pastors, we’re called to shepherd the flock (1 Peter 5:2). In fact, God holds us accountable for our shepherding (Hebrews 13:17). But what does it look like to shepherd?

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:2, Hebrews 13:17

Tags: Shepherd, strategy, Eldership, pastoral leadership, Pastoral Ministry, church ministry, shepherding  (view more)  (view less)

Is Your Leadership The Moses Model Or The Jesus Model?

By Ray Hollenbach on Jul 9, 2019

"He was the shepherd, they were the sheep—and sheep do not morph into shepherds."

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6, Hebrews 1:1-5:10, Genesis 3:6-12:2

Tags: Preaching

Feed The Flock, Lead The Flock

By Ben Mandrell on Sep 12, 2018

One of God's favorite metaphors in the Bible is that of a shepherd. All throughout the grand story of Scripture, the importance of leading the flock comes shining through.

Scripture: Acts 1:8-12:15

Tags: Shepherd, Preaching, flock, feed, lead  (view more)  (view less)

Shepherd God’s Flock: Protecting God’s People

By Chris Pascarella on Jan 9, 2018

Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. I know that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. – Acts 20:28-29

Scripture: Acts 20:28-29, Ephesians 6:18

Tags: protection, encouragement, Courage, Rebuke, Godly Leaders, daily prayer, pastoral leadership, shepherd God's flock  (view more)  (view less)

Three Things Every Pastor's Son Needs To Hear From His Father

By Johnny Levy on Oct 16, 2020

Pastor-dad, you're son's heart is longing to hear three things from you that will ground him, empower him, and make him soar.

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, John 10:15

Tags: shepherding, Shepherding

Pastoring Shouldn't Be This Hard (With 4 Steps To Make It Easier)

By Sermoncentral on Feb 8, 2021

Our obsession with numerical growth may be the unseen culprit behind a lot of burnt out pastors and unhealthy churches. Here's a short list to help you make the task of pastoring less burdensome and far more joyful.

Tags: Preaching, difficult, Pastoring, shepherding, Shepherding  (view more)  (view less)

10 Ways To Pastor Your Church That Will Never Be Obsolete

By Eric Mckiddie on Feb 23, 2016

Technology affects how pastors shepherd their churches. But these ways to show you care never go out of style.

Scripture: Nahum 1:1-15

Tags: Preaching

Being A Pastor: Blessing Or Burden? Part 1

By Lance Witt on Mar 20, 2017

How do you not let the burden of ministry not rob you of the blessing of ministry?

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-3, Exodus 28:29, Philippians 1:7

Tags: Humility, Stewardship, Shepherd, Organize, Jesus' church  (view more)  (view less)

R.c. Sproul: The Difference Between Preaching & Teaching

By Sermoncentral on Jul 4, 2019

"What shepherd would so neglect his sheep that he never took the time or trouble to feed them?"

Tags: Preaching

3 Essentials For Pastoral Preaching

By Rich Villodas on Aug 8, 2017

I think I’m starting to learn to preach not as a preacher but to preach as a pastor. There’s a world of difference between the two.

Tags: Scripture, Teaching, Preaching, preaching the Word, sermon prep, shepherding, Power in the Word, Applying Truth  (view more)  (view less)

These Preachers Might Not Be Famous, But You'll Learn A Lot From Them

By Eric Mckiddie on Nov 19, 2013

They don't run megachurches or have publishing deals, but these are good pastors who shepherd their people well.

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Tags: Church, Preaching, Pastors, Famous

How To Shepherd Your Flock In A Politically Charged World

By Trevin Wax on May 10, 2017

Everything gets politicized these days. It’s never been easier for churches to also get caught up in waves of political enthusiasm and social activism.

Tags: Gospel, Politics, Activism, Religion & Politics

Shepherd God’s Flock: Equipping God’s People

By Chris Pascarella on Nov 25, 2017

"According to Scripture, pastors are called to equip the flock to do the work of ministry!"

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-12, Romans 12:4-8

Tags: Called to serve, be the church, Church Body of Christ, pastoral leadership, equipped for service, Equipping Disciples, Equipping The Body, church leadership  (view more)  (view less)

10 Things We Should Never Tell A Preacher

By Joe Mckeever on Jun 1, 2019

When I honor the Lord’s shepherd, I honor the Lord Jesus Christ. He takes personally my treatment of His servant. That should put the fear of the Lord into us. And keep it there.

Tags: Preaching

10 Suggestions For The Shepherd Of A Stagnant Flock

By Joe Mckeever on Feb 2, 2018

Non-growing churches are not healthy, at least in some significant ways. Joe McKeever gives his input to help revive a church that seems to have "plateaued."

Tags: Church, Growth, leadership, pastor, Church Growth, Apathy, Fail, Leadership General  (view more)  (view less)