What does the Bible actually say pastors, elders, and overseers are responsible for?

In Pot 3, Cup 7 of Grace in the Grind, Cody Hudson examines biblical church leadership through 1 Peter 5, Acts 20, Titus 1, 1 Timothy 3, Ephesians 4, and Hebrews 13.

Scripture gives church leaders real authority—but never ownership.

The flock belongs to Jesus.

Pastors and elders serve under the Chief Shepherd. Their authority is delegated, bounded by Scripture, accountable before God, and meant to protect, teach, equip, and care for Christ’s people rather than control them.

This episode explores:

• What pastors, elders, and overseers are called to do • Why Christ is the Chief Shepherd of the Church • Why biblical authority is stewardship, not ownership • The New Testament pattern of plural leadership • Why character matters mor ...