I’ve decided to forego an e-mail devotional for this month, and instead give a book recommendation.  While I was in seminary my favorite professor, Dr. Tim Laniak, took a sabbatical to study all of the shepherd imagery in the Bible.  Instead of studying in a library or the comfort of his home, however, he chose to live and learn with actual shepherds in the middle east.  His first-hand experience, combined with his considerable Biblical knowledge, led to the writing of a wonderful book on shepherding and leadership.  If you desire to understand the richness and depth behind Jesus’ statement “I am the Good Shepherd…”, this book is a great place to start.

While Shepherds Watch Their Flocks – Dr. Timothy Laniak

http://www.amazon.com/While-Shepherds-Watch-Their-Flocks/dp/1929097239/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1328111738&sr=8-2

(This is the hardcover link.  It’s also available in paperback for cheaper.)
 

Greg Lisson

Director of Christian Life
Wesleyan School
678-223-2289
glisson@wesleyanschool.org