and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Truth to Learn There is an unfading reward awaiting those who faithfully lead. Behind the Words The expression “Chief Shepherd” is translated from the Greek word archipoimēn, which is made up of archi, indicating high...
1 Peter 5:3 – Example, Not Dictator
nor as lording it over those allotted to you, but being examples to the flock; Truth to Learn The pastor (or elder) of a local congregation is to be an example of Christ, not a dictator over the local church. Behind the Words The words “lording it over” are...
1 Peter 5:2 – Shepherd The Flock
Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not greedy for money but eagerly; Truth to Learn A church leader is to behave like a loving shepherd. Behind the Words The word translated “exhort” in yesterday’s verse is from the...
1 Peter 5:1 – Peter The Elder
The elders who are among you I exhort, I who am a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that is about to be revealed: Truth to Learn Pastor Peter is about to give instruction to church leaders. Behind...
1 Peter 4:19 – Committed Suffering
Therefore, let those suffering according to the will of God, as to a faithful Creator let them commit their souls to Him by doing good. Truth to Learn If you suffer for the cause of Christ, place yourself in His hands and serve Him faithfully. Behind the Words In...
1 Peter 4:18 – Final Judgment
And if the righteous one is scarcely saved, where will the ungodly and the sinner appear? Truth to Learn All unbelievers will face a horrific judgment. Behind the Words The word translated “scarcely” is the Greek word molis. This is an adverb (it modifies the verb “is saved”) which...
1 Peter 4:17 – Fatherly Chastening
For it is time for judgment to begin with the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God? Truth to Learn As His child, God will chasten you because He loves you. ...
1 Peter 4:16 – Suffering Praise
Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, he must not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this name. Truth to Learn If you should suffer as a Christian, give God the glory! Behind the Words The word “Christian” is translated from the Greek word christianos. It is...
1 Peter 4:15 – Improper Suffering
But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as a meddler in other people's matters. Truth to Learn Suffering for righteousness is pleasing to God. Suffering for wrongdoing is not pleasing to anyone. Behind the Words “Evildoer” comes from the Greek word kakopoios,...
1 Peter 4:14 – Suffering For His Glory
If you are reproached in the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on your part He is glorified. Truth to Learn Our obedient, righteous suffering glorifies God. Behind the Words The...