The First Epistle of Peter April 11, 2010 Sermon Lesson 27 1 Peter 5:1-4
SHEPHERDING THE FLOCK: HUMBLY LEADING GOD'S PEOPLE
Elders must shepherd the flock. Basis for Peter's exhortation to shepherd the flock (1) His fellow-eldership (not his apostleship!) His witness of the sufferings of Christ His share in the future glory Exhortation to shepherd the flock (2-3) Command: Shepherd the flock (2a) Means: Exercising oversight… (2b-3) Willingly: not by compulsion Eagerly: not for sordid gain Humble leadership: Not “lording it” over people Reward for shepherding the flock (4) Timing: At the appearance of Christ (4a) Source: The Chief Shepherd (4a) Nature: Crown of glory (4b)
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