The document discusses the roles of shepherds, sheep, and knowledge in spiritual leadership based on biblical passages. It notes that elders, bishops, and pastors are spiritual shepherds meant to oversee and care for Christians represented as sheep. Shepherds needed to know their sheep individually to understand their needs, strengths, protect them from harm, and guide them when lost through developing trust with their flock.

1. Sheep, Shepherds and Knowledge A study through the eldership of the church