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  “If you have the heart, you can begin tomorrow.” What does it look like to have a shepherd’s heart in the sense of a literal Bedouin shepherd? What does it look like to have a shepherd’s heart in your leadership context?

  Posted by info on 02/16/2024 at 15:23

  Nam Lieu Nguyen Hoang replied 6 days, 1 hour ago 30 Members · 32 Replies
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  Nam Lieu Nguyen Hoang

  Member

  05/17/2025 at 10:15

  The heart of a shepherd is to know the scene of his flock, take care of and tell the flock from the dangers, Search for lost sheep and bring them back to the flock. As leaders, we must use our loving hearts and pride when becoming helpers, creating closeness, respect and encouraging those we lead.

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  Eveline Santing

  Member

  04/26/2025 at 08:20

  You have to care for the individual sheep and understand their needs. In the picture it is helpful to know what it is like to be a sheep, so that you can have compassion. We have also been given God’s Spirit, which enables us to become more like the Lord Jesus in caring for people. We need to have the desire to bring people to the Good Shepherd.

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  Rebecca Crone

  Member

  03/31/2025 at 08:26

  I think that having the heart as a Bedouin shepherd would mean that the shepherd loves and cares for the sheep. He seeks to know his sheep and make himself known to them. The sheep need to know who to trust, who will protect them, and who will provide for them. It is the job of the shepherd to instill all of that into the sheep because they need a leader. They cannot adequately lead themselves.

  Having a shepherd’s heart is not much different than being a Bedouin shepherd. As a leader, I must love and care for those whom God has placed in “my flock.” I need to be consistent and be active in their lives so that they know that I love and care for them. I need to be present and steadfast so that they will know I can be trusted, will protect, and will provide help in times of need. I need to be an extension of Christ to those who seek to grow in Him.

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  Johnson Onyedinma Ndubuisi

  Member

  02/24/2025 at 17:38

  Having a shepherd’s heart as a Bedouin shepherd means being deeply committed to the well-being of the flock, and demonstrating patience, care, and resilience in the face of challenges. It involves being present and responsive to each sheep’s needs.

  In my leadership context, this translates to building strong relationships within my team, actively listening, providing support, and celebrating successes. It requires humility and a focus on serving others, creating a culture of trust and collaboration. Ultimately, it’s about being invested in the growth and welfare of those I lead, ensuring they feel valued and supported.

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    Rebecca Crone

    Member

    03/31/2025 at 08:34

    Having humility and a servant’s heart is so important! Thank you for the reminder of humility. Working with sheep can be a dirty job, and serving others can get messy. It is important to remember that as a shepherd of people, we can easily become entangled in sin and the messes of life. Having humility helps us guard against that.

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  Robert Phillips

  Member

  01/24/2025 at 19:32

  It’s more than just a job. It is a way of life. Who we are and how we act and react. Our focus is on the people, the flock. Their well being and growth not our notoriety or reputation.

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