Focus on Reproduction, Mentor's Guide, MG12

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F O C U S O N R E P R O D U C T I O N

D. Central elements of a leader with a shepherd’s heart

1. Genuine love for and desire to serve God’s people, John 21.17; 1 Thess. 2.7-10

2. Disciples faithful individuals, 2 Tim. 2.2

3. Ensures incorporation and growth in small groups, Heb. 10.24-25

4. Pastors (shepherds) and equips believers in the congregation, 1 Pet. 5.1-4

5. Nurtures associations, networks among Christians and churches for the sake of the unity of the Church, Eph. 4.1-3; Phil. 1.27-28

6. Advances newmovements among God’s people locally, Rom. 15.18-21

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E. Satanic strategy to abort: exalts tasks and activities above equipping the saints and developing Christian community

1. Turning the leadership of the church into a purely administrative position

2. Preaching themselves and their own burden and life rather than selfless sacrifice on behalf of the body, 2 Cor. 4.2-6

F. Key steps to ensuring a leader for the community