Feeding the Flock: The Pastor’s First Responsibility

Jesus asked Peter a question three times: “Do you love Me?” Each time Peter answered yes, Jesus gave a clear instruction—“Feed My sheep.” In that short exchange, we see the true priority of pastoral ministry. Not fame. Not crowds. Not activity. But feeding. Spiritual nourishment is the proof of a pastor’s love for Christ and for His people. Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has built his ministry on this truth.

Feeding the flock is not just about standing in the pulpit once a week. It’s about ensuring that God’s people are consistently, accurately, and richly nourished with the Word. It’s about protecting them from spiritual famine and making sure they are growing, maturing, and producing fruit in every season.

Bishop Dag often says, “The sheep are hungry. They don’t need games—they need food.” And that food is the Word of God, rightly divided and delivered with love and clarity.

Teaching That Transforms

One of the ways Bishop Dag feeds the flock is through systematic teaching. He doesn’t preach for applause—he preaches to build. His sermons are structured, thematic, and often taught over weeks and months. This allows the members to truly digest the Word and apply it.

He also teaches with depth. His messages cover doctrine, Christian character, ministry work, marriage, loyalty, finances, and more. The goal is not to impress, but to instruct. Not to entertain, but to edify.

Through this kind of teaching, believers don’t just attend church—they become the Church. They grow in their knowledge of God, their intimacy with Christ, and their usefulness in the kingdom.

Consistency Over Time

Feeding the flock is not a one-time act—it’s a lifelong calling. Bishop Dag has modeled consistency for decades. He has preached through storms, personal trials, and changing seasons of ministry. Whether in a small classroom or on a crusade stage, he feeds the flock with the same passion.

This consistency has built strong believers and strong churches. People who have sat under his ministry for years testify of how the Word has shaped their thinking, healed their hearts, and guided their decisions. That is the power of steady spiritual feeding—it produces mature, stable Christians.

Feeding Through Books and Camps

Beyond the pulpit, Bishop Dag feeds the flock through books. He has written over 40 titles, covering every aspect of the Christian life and ministry. These books serve as ongoing meals for believers across the world. Many churches use them for Bible studies, leadership development, and personal devotion.

He also feeds through leadership camps—intense, Spirit-filled gatherings where pastors and leaders receive days of continuous teaching. These camps have birthed new churches, renewed weary leaders, and revived cold hearts. They are a critical part of the spiritual feeding program in his ministry.

Conclusion: A Well-Fed Church Is a Strong Church

In Bishop Dag’s ministry, the sheep are not starving. They are fed. They are taught. They are equipped. And because of that, they grow into ministers, missionaries, and disciple-makers themselves.

Feeding the flock is the pastor’s first responsibility. And Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has embraced that responsibility with love, discipline, and spiritual wisdom. He reminds every pastor that their greatest gift to the Church is not just their presence, but the truth they carry.

When the sheep are well-fed, the Church is healthy. And when the Church is healthy, the kingdom of God advances.