What does a good shepherd look like, and how does he or she lead?

Shepherding is the Bible’s central image of leadership, from Moses and David to the apostles guiding early church elders. After having spent months with Bedouin shepherds in the Middle East, Tim Laniak offers 40 readings blending his experiences with biblical insights on leadership. Each reading highlights the leader’s role to provide, protect, and guide.

As followers of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, we too are called to shepherd those in our care—whether at home, church, or in our communities.