Shepherding Ministry “I will also raise up shepherds over them and they will tend them; and they will not be afraid any longer, nor be terrified, nor.

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Shepherding Ministry “I will also raise up shepherds over them and they will tend them; and they will not be afraid any longer, nor be terrified, nor will any be missing,” declares the LORD. ---Jeremiah 23:4

One of the Five Ministry Gifts 11 And He gave some as apostles, and some as prophets, and some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, 12 for the equipping of the [a]saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; 13 until we all attain to the unity of the faith, and of the [b]knowledge of the Son of God, to a mature man, to the measure of the stature [c]which belongs to the fullness of Christ. The Word “Pastor” is “Shepherd” in Greek. Strongs definition: poimén: a shepherd (poy-mane‘)a shepherd; hence met: of the feeder, protector, and ruler of a flock of men Helps Word Studies Definition: someone who the Lord raises up to care for the total well-being of His flock (the people of the Lord).

Who are Shepherds of the Church? 1. God (Psalm 23) 2.Jesus (Jeremiah 3:15, John 10:14) Under-shepherds: Peter (John 21:15-17) Elders (1 Peter 5:1-2) Teachers (Eph. 4:11 teacher-shepherd) Kings, Leaders, royal officers, Jeremiah 23:4 “…whence it(shepherd) applies to kings rather the prophets or priests… Jamieson- Fausset-Brown Thus, Lay Ministers--- (1 Peter 2:9)

Who are Shepherds of the Church? All followers of Christ can share in the Shepherding ministry of our Lord. Some more than others.

What is Shepherding ministry? Loving People the way God Loves Us 15“Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you on knowledge and understanding.” Jer.3:15

What is shepherding Ministry? It is often seen as visitation ministry. Or at least a “one on one” type of ministry. It involves personal contact, interaction, and direct ministry.

What sheep need? How can I help out? Sheep need guidance… They get lost. (Matthew 18:12) mind, body, soul Spiritual Guidance Physical Shelter Jesus… salvation

What sheep need? How can I help out? Sheep need food (Psalm 23:2) mind, body, soul The Word Food Gratifying Worship

What sheep need? How can I help out?? Sheep need help… Care and healing John 10:12-13 mind, body, soul Prayer Physical care Deliverance And inner healing

What sheep need? How can I help out?? Sheep need encouragement… they are fearful. (John 10:15) mind, body, soul A new mindset Physical Protection and Safety The Presence of God

Shepherding Loving People the way God Loves Us! 15“Then I will give you shepherds after My own heart, who will feed you on knowledge and understanding.” Jer.3:15