Literal meaning |
To oversee, protect and feed a flock. |
Description |
The gift of shepherding is the special ability that God gives to certain members of the body of Christ to assume a long-term personal responsibility for the spiritual welfare of a group of believer, to nurture, care for, and guide this group toward on-going spiritual maturity and becoming like Christ. |
Bible references |
Theory | Practice |
Ephesians 4:11-15 | Isaiah 40:11 |
1 Timothy 3:1-7 | John 10:1-16 |
1 Peter 5:1-4 | 1 Corinthians 3:1,2 |
Distinctives |
People with this gift: |
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Personal traits and behaviors |
A person with this gift is usually: | |
Caring | Nurturing |
Discipling | Protective |
Guiding | Supportive |
Relational | Restoring |
Cautions |
People with this gift: |
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Mobilizing for ministry |
People with this gift are needed in the church for: | |
Church nurture visitation | Lay pastor |
Study-group leader | Singles ministry |
Giving Bible studies | Counselling |
Related gifts |
This gift belongs to the category RESPONSIBILITY. You may find useful to get information on other gifts which belong to this same category. These gifts are: | ||
Administration | Apostleship | Leadership |