Uniting the roles of preaching and shepherding

McCall, Samuel Jake

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Thesis (D. Min.)--Covenant Theological Seminary, 2022

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Uniting the roles of preaching and shepherding

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12/04/2024

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McCall, Samuel Jake

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to explore how pastors unite their preaching and shepherding roles through sermons to their local church. Historically, preaching has had a prioritized role in the church. As a primary means of God’s grace and an indispensable opportunity to communicate grace and truth, preaching warrants this high ministerial priority. However, the role of preaching can easily separate from the role of shepherding. Staying relationally connected to the practical issues of the congregants creates additional challenges to an already difficult task. Further, the challenge is not only convincing people of the truth of the gospel but is also connecting that truth with common congregational concerns. The literature review focused on three key areas to understand in sustaining a preaching ministry: the union of the preaching ministry with shepherding, leadership and the danger of isolation from a corporate perspective, and the impact of a long-tenured pastorate. This study reached three conclusions regarding the union of the preaching and shepherding: 1. The priority of preaching in the Christian church has stood the test of time, 2. Uniting preaching with shepherding requires deliberate pastoral efforts, 3. The time-honored establishment of relational trust between a pastor and the congregation is integral to the union of preaching and shepherding. In light of the findings, three practices are recommended for pastors: 1. Prioritize preaching as a means of shepherding the flock. 2. Create and implement a strategic approach to unite preaching and shepherding. 3. Commit to a long-term tenure of faithful and relational pastoral ministry.

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