1 Peter 5
5
The Flock of God
1Now I have something to say to the elders in your group. I am also an elder. I myself have seen Christ’s sufferings. And I will share in the glory that will be shown to us. I beg you to 2take care of God’s flock, his people, that you are responsible for. Watch over it because you want to, not because you are forced to do it. That is how God wants it. Do it because you are happy to serve, not because you want money. 3Do not be like a ruler over people you are responsible for. Be good examples to them. 4Then when Christ, the Head Shepherd, comes, you will get a crown. This crown will be glorious, and it will never lose its beauty.
5In the same way, younger men should be willing to be under older men. And all of you should be very humble with each other.
“God is against the proud,
but he gives grace to the humble.” Proverbs 3:34
6So be humble under God’s powerful hand. Then he will lift you up when the right time comes. 7Give all your worries to him, because he cares for you.
8Control yourselves and be careful! The devil is your enemy. And he goes around like a roaring lion looking for someone to eat. 9Refuse to give in to the devil. Stand strong in your faith. You know that your Christian brothers and sisters all over the world are having the same sufferings you have.
10Yes, you will suffer for a short time. But after that, God will make everything right. He will make you strong. He will support you and keep you from falling. He is the God who gives all grace. He called you to share in his glory in Christ. That glory will continue forever. 11All power is his forever and ever. Amen.
Final Greetings
12I wrote this short letter with the help of Silas. I know that he is a faithful brother in Christ. I wrote to comfort and encourage you. I wanted to tell you that this is the true grace of God. Stand strong in that grace.
13The church in Babylon sends you greetings. They were chosen the same as you. Mark, my son in Christ, also greets you. 14Give each other a kiss of Christian love when you meet.
Peace to all of you who are in Christ.
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