Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, not by compulsion but willingly, not greedy for money 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 from the...
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...