Leading His Flock

I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.- John 10:11 (NASB)

Jesus is the ultimate shepherd.  He states in John 10 that he is the Good Shepherd.  Those who pastor and lead Christian churches are to lead them under the leadership of Christ, the Good Shepherd, for He is the head of the body of Christ which is the church.

Peter shared with his fellow elders that he understood their undertaking in leading the Lord's flock.  After all, in John 21, Peter is challenged by the Lord Himself to feed His sheep and His lambs.  In essence, He said for Peter to care for His flock.  Peter shared with his fellow elders how they were to care for the Lord's flock, not ruling over them as lords but leading them towards perfection in Christ to be eventually presented to the Lord.

Look at how His flock is:

• Loved by you and your fellow leaders
• Linked together in unity and love
• Led by the Spirit and Christian leaders

Leading His flock takes care.  it is rooted in stewardship.  It is a major undertaking to say the least.  As you lead the flock of the Lord under your care, take into careful consideration what you do and how you do it in the name of the Lord.

Additional readings:
John 21:15-17; 1 Peter 5:1-11; Ephesians 4:11-16