The words “God’s flock” remind the elders that the congregation does not belong to them. It is God’s church, and they are given the privilege and responsibility of shepherding it.
Thomas Schreiner
Elders are not to enter the ministry so they can boss others around but so they can exemplify the character of Christ to those under their charge.
Thomas Schreiner
First of all, an elder is called to lead the church. He is not just a leader in the church, but he is called, with the other elders, to lead the church.
