Community Group Questions

The passage describes Jesus as the Chief Shepherd? How have you experienced His care or guidance in your life recently?

Peter speaks to elders, but how might the call to “shepherd” apply to all Christians? Who are the people God may be calling you to support, encourage, or care for spiritually?

What might it look like to serve others “not under compulsion, but willingly” (v. 2)? Are there areas where serving others feels like a burden rather than a joy? How can that be shifted?

Peter warns against leading for selfish gain (v. 2). In what ways can pride or desire for gain creep into our motives to serve or lead others?

What are some of the differences between leading with authority and leading by example (v. 3)? Can you think of a time when someone influenced you more through their example than their words?