(a) With reference to first Peter, how should Christian leaders relate to their followers. [9

Explanation

(a) I Peter 5: 1- 4, 6 11:

(i) Peter refers to Christian leaders as witnesses of the suffering of Christ and partakers of the glory that is to be revealed during his second coming.

(ii) They should, therefore, look after the flock of Christ with tenderness.

(iii) They should not regard their assignment as a burden, rather, they should discharge their duties willingly.

(iv) Not for shameful material gain but eagerly.

(v) Not by being overbearing, but serving as true example/role model to the flock.

(vi) They would reap their due reward in due course when the Lord comes.

(vii) Leaders should humble themselves under the mighty hand of God for God to exalt them.

(viii) They must be sober and watchful because Satan is roaring around looking for whom to destroy.

(ix) They should resist Satan at all costs and be firm in their faith.

(x) Suffering is part of the Christian life.

(xi) God will reward them for their role.

(b) Three problems facing Church leaders:

(i) Problem of handling the youth.

(ii) Rivalry between the youth and elders.

(iii) External opposition form Government.

(iv) Church finance.

(v) Tribalism/nepotism

(vi) Status of women/gender issue/gay marriage

(vii) Doctrinal issues

(viii) Declining faith among followers/backsliding

(ix) Greed/materialism

(x) Disregard for authority

(xi) Position seeking.