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1 Peter, 5

1. I urge the elders among you, as a fellow-elder myself and a witness to the sufferings of Christ, and as one who is to have a share in the glory that is to be revealed:

1. The elders which are among you I exhort, who am also an elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the glory that shall be revealed:

2. give a shepherd's care to the flock of God that is entrusted to you: watch over it, not simply as a duty but gladly, as God wants; not for sordid money, but because you are eager to do it.

2. Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight [thereof], not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;

3. Do not lord it over the group which is in your charge, but be an example for the flock.

3. Neither as being lords over [God's] heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.

4. When the chief shepherd appears, you will be given the unfading crown of glory.

4. And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.

5. In the same way, younger people, be subject to the elders. Humility towards one another must be the garment you all wear constantly, because God opposes the proud but accords his favour to the humble.

5. Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all [of you] be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble.

6. Bow down, then, before the power of God now, so that he may raise you up in due time;

6. Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

7. unload all your burden on to him, since he is concerned about you.

7. Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

8. Keep sober and alert, because your enemy the devil is on the prowl like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.

8. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:

9. Stand up to him, strong in faith and in the knowledge that it is the same kind of suffering that the community of your brothers throughout the world is undergoing.

9. Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.

10. You will have to suffer only for a little while: the God of all grace who called you to eternal glory in Christ will restore you, he will confirm, strengthen and support you.

10. But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle [you].

11. His power lasts for ever and ever. Amen.

11. To him [be] glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

12. I write these few words to you through Silvanus, who is a trustworthy brother, to encourage you and attest that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it!

12. By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, I have written briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of God wherein ye stand.

13. Your sister in Babylon, who is with you among the chosen, sends you greetings; so does my son, Mark.

13. The [church that is] at Babylon, elected together with [you], saluteth you; and [so doth] Marcus my son.

14. Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace to you all who are in Christ.

14. Greet ye one another with a kiss of charity. Peace [be] with you all that are in Christ Jesus. Amen.



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Fusnote:

5:1-4 - Peter instructs the elders to shepherd God's flock with zeal and humility. Leadership in the church is a service of love, not domination over others, and it is rewarded when Christ returns (see also Acts 20:28 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7).

5:5-7 - Christians should clothe themselves with humility toward one another, recognizing God's sovereignty. Anxiety should be cast onto God, who cares for each one with tenderness and attention (see also Philippians 4:6-7 and Proverbs 3:34).

5:8-11 - Peter warns Christians to be alert and vigilant, for the devil is seeking someone to devour. Resistance to the enemy is strengthened by faith and trust in God's grace (see also James 4:7 and Ephesians 6:10-13).

Stihovi vezani uz 1 Peter, 5:

1 Peter chapter 5 concludes with exhortations to leadership and humility. How to lead and follow in times of trial? This inspiring text guides church leaders to shepherd with love and young people to submit to their elders. Peter encourages everyone to clothe themselves with humility, cast their anxieties on God, and resist the devil. The chapter ends with a blessing of grace and peace. Dive deeper with us into five biblical passages that complement the final instructions in this uplifting chapter.

Acts 20:28: "Be careful of yourselves and of all the flock over which the Holy Spirit has placed you as overseers, to shepherd the church of God, which he purchased with his own blood." - This verse aligns with Peter's exhortation to the elders in 1 Peter 5:2-3.

James 4:6: "But he grants us greater grace. That is why the Scripture says: 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble'." - Peter quotes the same proverb in 1 Peter 5:5, emphasizing the importance of humility.

Ephesians 6:11: "Put on the full armor of God, so that you can stand firm against the schemes of the devil." - This verse relates to 1 Peter 5:8-9, where Peter warns about the need to resist the devil.

2 Corinthians 4:17: "Because our light and momentary sufferings are producing for us an eternal glory that outweighs them all." - This verse echoes the theme of 1 Peter 5:10, where Peter talks about temporary suffering and eternal glory.

Romans 16:16: "Greet one another with a holy kiss. All churches of Christ send greetings." - This verse reflects the practice mentioned in 1 Peter 5:14 of greeting with a kiss of love.

FAQ:

How should Church leaders act, according to 1 Peter 5:2-3?

Leaders must care for God’s flock diligently, not out of greed, but with a willing heart, setting examples for others and not lording it over them. (1 Peter 5:2-3)

How should we resist the devil, according to 1 Peter 5:9?

We must resist the devil, firm in our faith, knowing that other brothers and sisters around the world are also facing suffering and that God will strengthen us. (1 Peter 5:9)

What does it mean to “humble yourself under the mighty hand of God” according to 1 Peter 5:6?

It means acknowledging our dependence on God, submitting to His authority, and trusting that He will exalt the lowly in His time. (1 Peter 5:6)

What does the promise to "strengthen, establish, and establish" Christians imply, according to 1 Peter 5:10?

It implies that God, after suffering, will strengthen Christians, establishing them firmly in the faith, so that they can endure to the end. (1 Peter 5:10)

What is highlighted about spiritual watchfulness, according to 1 Peter 5:8?

Spiritual vigilance is essential, for the devil is always lurking, seeking whom he may devour, and we must be alert and firm in the faith. (1 Peter 5:8)


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