The Shepherd's Character

14/11/2025 59 min Episodio 5
The Shepherd's Character

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Episode Synopsis

The Shepherds Character. With Pastor Emmanuel Mpeni. Discussing the essential character traits required of spiritual leaders, or shepherds, within the church, drawing heavily from the biblical book of Titus, specifically chapter one. Contemporary society and even the church often prioritize factors like performance, charisma, and visible success (such as congregation size) over genuine godliness and moral integrity. The message emphatically stresses that a shepherd's blameless character is non-negotiable and foundational for credibility, emphasizing the need for traits like humility, patience, self-control, and integrity while actively avoiding disqualifying behaviors such as arrogance, quick temper, and greed for gain. Ultimately, the text argues that a minister's inner life and godly conduct hold far greater importance than their preaching ability or outward gifting because a failure in character can devastate a ministry.