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...