title: Biblical Shepherding of God's Sheep: The Use and Abuse of Authority by Church Officers (Ministry and Mission) (Ministry Mission)
author: Steven Martin
description: There are biblically-sound scholars who have little or no experience in local church leadership. Conversely, there are those who have served for years as leaders in local churches, but sadly are not 'mighty in the Scriptures.' But when men who are rich both in church leadership experience and knowledge of the Bible write about leadership in the local church, you have a treasure like Biblical Shepherding of God's Sheep. --Donald S. Whitney, Associate Professor of Biblical Spirituality/ Former Director of Applied Ministry, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary<br /><br />Biblical Shepherding of God's Sheep combines pastoral wisdom with theological insight that are rooted firmly in the Scriptures. The contributors are all faithful churchmen who write with a view to seeing local congregations and those who are called to lead them strengthened. This book contains a wealth of spiritual guidance and encouragement not only for new pastors but also for those who have spent years on the front lines of pastoral ministry. --Tom Ascol, Executive Director of Founders Ministries, Pastor of Grace Baptist Church, Cape Coral, Florida<br /><br />Here is a most timely book for pastoring in postmodern times. Tapping at the collective wisdom of these seasoned authors, we find here a whole pastoral theology course as the whole array of the pastoral task is discussed. Written with realism and balance, it is certainly a most useful tool for all those who are already in the pastoral ministry as well as for those who contemplate God's call on their life. Already, chapter one by Walt Chantry is worth the price of the book. May our Covenant God raise a whole army of Biblical Shepherds! --Raymond Perron Ph.D, Coordinator of Association d glises Reformee Baptistes du Quebec, ARBCA Missionary
zlib_text: # Table of Contents
  
    1. [PART ONE: Key Concepts for Pastors and Ministry Leaders](text00006.html#page1)
      1. [Lesson 1 – Ministry Context: The Church’s Response to Abuse Is Grounded in the Gospel](text00006.html#page3)
      2. [Lesson 2 – Ministry Tension: Matthew 18 Complements (Doesn’t Compete with) Romans 13](text00007.html#page17)
      3. [Lesson 3 – Ministry Responsibilities: Abuse Against a Minor vs. Abuse Against an Adult](text00008.html#page31)
      4. [Lesson 4 – Ministry Partners: Awareness of Key Professionals in Victim Advocate Roles](text00009.html#page45)
    2. [PART TWO: Key Responses from Pastors and Ministry Leaders](text00010.html#page61)
      1. [Lesson 5 – Key Responses to Sexual Abuse](text00010.html#page63)
      2. [Lesson 6 – Key Responses to Physical Abuse](text00011.html#page77)
      3. [Lesson 7 – What Happens When You Call CPS? Don’t Avoid What You Don’t Understand](text00012.html#page93)
      4. [Lesson 8 – Non-Criminal Forms of Abuse (Verbal and Emotional)](tex