

How to Shepherd Your Church Well: Protecting
May 22, 2025
Delve into the essential role of shepherding in church life, emphasizing the importance of knowing and feeding the flock. Explore how pastors can cultivate holiness through self-awareness and integrity. Learn about practical safety measures for children's environments, like nursery monitoring. Discover the importance of establishing boundaries for women's safety and fostering respect. Enjoy a lighthearted discussion on cultural gestures in leadership, complete with the amusing 'Honduran hug'!
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Start With Yourself
- Always start shepherding by paying careful attention to your own life and integrity.
- Leaders must live godly lives before guiding their congregation responsibly.
Know Flock To Protect Well
- Knowing your flock deeply is the foundation for feeding, leading, and protecting them well.
- You cannot protect people properly without first truly understanding their spiritual and personal states.
Correct With Love and Patience
- Engage people gently about questionable teachings by discussing what they like about them.
- Then offer stronger, biblical alternatives to guide them toward greater spiritual nourishment.