In Part 2 of my Religion vs. Relationship series, we're talking about Shepherds, Hirelings & Spiritual Responsibility.

Jesus made a distinction in John 10 between the shepherd and the hireling. So what happens when leadership begins to look more like ownership than stewardship?

 We're talking about some difficult things: spiritual manipulation, guilt, control, free labor disguised as commitment to God, the use of “God told me” to pressure people and what happens when a member simply says no.
But this is not an attack on pastors. There are faithful shepherds who pray, sacrifice, serve, teach, protect, and genuinely love God's people. They deserve our prayers, support, and honor. The question is: Does our model of spiritual leadership look like Jesus? 

Pastors are under-shepherds. Jesus Christ is the Chief Shepherd. Honor your pastor. Pray for your pastor. Support godly leadership. Receive biblical correction. But never confuse your shepherd with your Savior.

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“Until next time, keep God first, walk boldly in your purpose, Sisterhood is Honored and remember—you were created by God, on purpose, for a purpose. That’s the essence of it all.”