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Shepherds and Their Flock: A Biblical Study

Explore the role of shepherds in the Bible, from physical to spiritual leaders. Learn the significance of relevant Greek words and the responsibilities of shepherds in offering provision, protection, and leadership. Discover the ultimate judgment and rewards in the Christian faith.

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Shepherds and Their Flock: A Biblical Study

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  1. Shepherds and Their Flock

  2. Introduction • In this lesson, we wish to consider shepherds and their flock. • To gain a better understanding, let us study a relevant and related Greek word family.

  3. Relevant and Related Greek Words • The root noun poimēn, translated “shepherd” identifies “(1) one who herds sheep, shepherd, sheep-herder; (2) one who serves as guardian or leader, shepherd, fig. ext. of 1.” • The verb poimainō means “(1) to serve as tender of sheep, herd, tend, (lead to) pasture; (2) to watch out for other people, to shepherd, of activity that protects, rules, governs, fosters, fig. ext. of 1; (a) in the sense of lead, guide, or rule; (b) protect, care for, nurture.”

  4. Relevant and Related Greek Words • The noun poimnē refers to a “flock, esp. of sheep” and in imagery is used “with reference to Jesus’ disciples; to the church and to Jesus as its head.” • The noun poimnion identifies “(1) an assemblage of a specific kind of animal, flock, esp. of sheep; (2) a defined group of persons under a leader, flock fig. ext. of 1.”

  5. Shepherds and Their Flock • Just as there were physical shepherds who pastured their flocks in the fields of Palestine (Luke 2:8-20), so there are spiritual shepherds who oversee the flock of God: • Jesus Christ is the Good/Great Shepherd (John 10:11, 14; Heb. 13:20-21). • The Apostle Peter, and by extension, his companions, were commanded, “Shepherd My sheep” (John 21:16) • Elders must shepherd the local church/flock of God of which they are members (Acts 20:28-32; Eph. 4:11-16; 1 Pet. 5:1-4).

  6. Shepherds Offer Provision • Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, offers provision (Mark 6:34; Luke 12:31-32; John 10:16). • So also must elders (Matt. 9:36-38; Eph. 4:11-16).

  7. Shepherds Offer Protection • Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, offers protection (Matt. 26:31-32; Mark 14:27-28; John 18:1-9). • So also must elders (Acts 20:28-32; cf. Titus 1:7-11).

  8. Shepherds Offer Leadership • Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, offers leadership (Matt. 2:6; Rev. 12:5; 19:11-16). • So also must elders (1 Pet. 5:1-4; cf. Heb. 13:7, 17).

  9. Conclusion • On that final day, Jesus Christ will judge all mankind, separating the righteous from the wicked (Matt. 25:31-33, 34, 41). • If we are faithful until the end, we will receive a great reward (1 Pet. 5:4; Rev. 7:13-17). • If you have never submitted to Christ’s authority, do so today; if you have wandered astray, return to the fold (Matt. 28:18-20; 1 Pet. 2:21-25).

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