| 1. | So I exhort the presbyters among you, as a fellow presbyter and witness to the sufferings of Christ and one who has a share in the glory to be revealed. |
| 2. | Tend the flock of God in your midst, (overseeing) not by constraint but willingly, as God would have it, not for shameful profit but eagerly. |
| 3. | Do not lord it over those assigned to you, but be examples to the flock. |
| 4. | And when the chief Shepherd is revealed, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. |
| 5. | Likewise, you younger members, be subject to the presbyters. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility in your dealings with one another, for: "God opposes the proud but bestows favor on the humble." |
| 6. | So humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time. |
| 7. | Cast all your worries upon him because he cares for you. |
| 8. | Be sober and vigilant. Your opponent the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion looking for (someone) to devour. |
| 9. | Resist him, steadfast in faith, knowing that your fellow believers throughout the world undergo the same sufferings. |
| 10. | The God of all grace who called you to his eternal glory through Christ (Jesus) will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you after you have suffered a little. |
| 11. | To him be dominion forever. Amen. |
| 12. | I write you this briefly through Silvanus, whom I consider a faithful brother, exhorting you and testifying that this is the true grace of God. Remain firm in it. |
| 13. | The chosen one at Babylon sends you greeting, as does Mark, my son. |
| 14. | Greet one another with a loving kiss. Peace to all of you who are in Christ. |
