The Bible has numerous examples of how prophets and apostles should act. Examples of teaching and evangelism are also illustrated, but pastors looking for specific instruction find themselves disappointed, particularly if they have the false understanding of the office that is all too common in modern Christianity. These are appropriate titles for Christian leadership. Shepherd indicates that the role of a pastor is to travel with his sheep, leading them to follow in his path to green pastures. Overseer indicates someone who, as a fellow worker in the service of the Lord, admonishes and corrects the other workers so that the whole project proceeds in the right direction.
Servant indicates someone who provides for the needs of the congregation.
Elder indicates someone who is respected by the rest of the family and is entrusted with the important decisions. The primary mention of bishops and deacons is to say that they must be men of good character. From this, it can be gathered that good character is the most important aspect of these offices. Perhaps the reason that good character is emphasized is that this office carries such potential for abuse. Sheep love to be led, and history has shown that they will follow a thief just as easily as they follow the real shepherd.