This article shows from the teaching of Paul (2 Corinthians) and Christ that success in ministry is measured not by numbers but by sounding the voice of the Shepherd in the gospel message, and calling his sheep who know that voice into his fold.

Jesus, the Good Shepherd, teaches us to care for and gather in his sheep through the preaching of the gospel. The author of this article discusses the characteristics and calling of a true undershepherd working on the mission field, both at home and abroad.

John 10 presents Christ as the Shepherd. This article shows that Christians are assured of their salvation because the Father has given the sheep to the Son, and the Son gave His life for the sheep. Also, the Father and Son are one, so no one can snatch you away from the Father's hand. This is our assurance.

The Bible portrays the relationship of Christ and His church through the image of a shepherd and his sheep. The example of sheep points to the Christian's tendancy to stray, their vulnerability and their need for the flock. In contrast, the image of Shepherd points to Christ as one who protects, nurtures and gathers the sheep.

This is the second half of two articles looking at the text of John 21:15-19. This article shows that feeding the lambs, caring for the sheep and feeding the sheep is for the most part accomplished through the preaching of the word.

This is the first half of two articles looking at the text of John 21:15-19. This article shows that feeding the lambs, caring for the sheep and feeding the sheep requires discernment in order to give appropriate pastoral care.