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Church leaders are likened to shepherds, on account of their pastoral responsibilities and tasks.
Eph 4:11 See also Mk 3:14; Ac 14:23; 1Co 12:28
Feeding the flock Jn 21:15 See also Mk 6:34; Jn 21:17; 1Co 3:2; Heb 5:12-14; Jude 12
Caring for the flock Jn 21:16 See also Mt 25:36; Ac 20:28; Php 1:1; 1Ti 3:1-2; 2Ti 1:17; Tit 1:7; Jas 1:27; 1Pe 5:2
Protecting, from false teachers Ac 20:29 See also Mt 7:15; Jn 10:1,10
Leading, not exploiting 1Pe 5:3
Being accountable See also Heb 13:17
Risking death Jn 10:15; Ac 12:1-4; Ac 21:13
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5806 | compassion |
7026 | church, leadership |
7130 | flock, God’s |
7734 | leaders, spiritual |
7748 | overseers |
7793 | teachers |
7939 | ministry |
8124 | guidance |
8354 | trustworthiness |
8428 | example |
8750 | false teachings |