In the midst of leading a vast, global ministry, Bishop Dag Heward-Mills has never lost the heart of a true shepherd. His schedule is full, his responsibilities are great, and his voice reaches nations—but at his core, he remains a pastor. Not just a preacher or a leader, but a shepherd who knows his sheep.
He understands that the call to ministry is first a call to care. Long before platforms and pulpits, there must be compassion. Long before church growth comes personal connection. That’s what makes his ministry so unique. While others are chasing visibility, Bishop Dag remains grounded in the simple, powerful call to love people and feed them with knowledge and understanding.
His ability to know the state of the flock, to follow up, to visit, to pray for individuals by name, even as the ministry continues to expand, is a mark of spiritual discipline and genuine love. He is not detached from the people he leads. He is among them. He knows their names, their struggles, their victories. And they know his voice.
Pastoring with Presence
One of the most defining qualities of Bishop Dag’s pastoral ministry is his presence. Whether through regular church services, smaller meetings, or personal interactions, he has made it a priority to be among the people God has given him. Even as his responsibilities have multiplied, he has found ways to remain close—through technology, through his books, through camps and conferences, and most of all, through the pastors he has raised who carry the same spirit.
His presence is not just physical. It is spiritual. His prayers, his teachings, and his oversight are felt throughout the churches he has planted. People are not just part of a crowd—they are part of a family. They are seen, they are known, and they are loved.
A true shepherd doesn’t disappear when the flock grows. He multiplies his presence through faithful sons and daughters who have caught the same pastoral heart. That is exactly what Bishop Dag has done, and continues to do.
Feeding the Flock with the Word
Shepherds feed. That is their primary task. And Bishop Dag has fed the Church with the Word of God for decades. Week after week, he teaches, preaches, and writes with the same focus: to nourish God’s people. His sermons are rich in Scripture, practical in application, and full of spiritual depth. His books have become daily bread for many—covering topics like loyalty, shepherding, marriage, prayer, and leadership.
He doesn’t give leftover messages or recycled thoughts. He waits on God. He studies diligently. He teaches with precision and passion. And because of this, the flock under his care grows—not just in number, but in strength.
The fruit of his feeding is seen in the lives of people who walk in obedience, holiness, and love for God. That’s what happens when the shepherd knows the sheep—and the sheep know the voice of the shepherd.
Leading with Love and Correction
A good shepherd not only feeds but leads. And sometimes, that leadership requires correction. Bishop Dag is not afraid to confront sin, rebuke rebellion, or call people to repentance. But he does it with love. His correction is never to destroy—it is always to restore. He speaks the truth in love, and his people trust him because they know he wants what’s best for them.
His leadership is firm but fatherly. He doesn’t abuse authority. He uses it to protect. He doesn’t demand loyalty. He earns it through years of faithfulness, humility, and genuine care. That’s what makes him more than a leader. That’s what makes him a shepherd.
Dag Heward-Mills is the shepherd who knows his sheep. And that’s why his flock continues to grow, to flourish, and to follow.
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