1 Peter 5:4 and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that does not fade away. 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...
1 Peter 5:3 – Example, Not Dictator
1 Peter 5:3 nor as being lords over those entrusted 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 “being lords...
1 Peter 5:2 – Shepherd The Flock
1 Peter 5:2 Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not for dishonest gain 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...
1 Peter 5:1 – Peter the Elder
1 Peter 5:1 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 will be revealed: Truth to Learn Pastor Peter is about to give instruction to church leaders. Behind...
1 Peter 4:19 – Committed Suffering
1 Peter 4:19 Therefore let those who suffer according to the will of God commit their souls to Him in doing good, as to a faithful Creator. Truth to Learn If you suffer for the cause of Christ, place yourself in His hands and serve Him faithfully. Behind the Words...
1 Peter 4:18 – Final Judgment
1 Peter 4:18 Now "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...
1 Peter 4:17 – Fatherly Chastening
1 Peter 4:17 For the time has come for judgment to begin at 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...
1 Peter 4:16 – Suffering Praise
1 Peter 4:16 Yet if anyone suffers as a Christian, let him not be ashamed, but let him glorify God in this matter. 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....
1 Peter 4:15 – Improper Suffering
1 Peter 4:15 But let none of you suffer as a murderer, a thief, an evildoer, or as a busybody 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...
1 Peter 4:14 – Suffering For His Glory
1 Peter 4:14 If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, 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...