1 Peter 5:1-4

The Voice

5 Now for the elders of the church. I want to encourage you. As you know, I am an elder, too, like you. I have witnessed firsthand the sufferings of the Anointed One as well as shared in the glories which are soon to be revealed. ² When you shepherd the flock God has given you, watch over them not because you have to but because you want to. For this is how God would want it not because you’re being compensated somehow but because you are eager to watch over them. ³ Don’t lead them as if you were a dictator, but lead your flock by example; ⁴ and when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will be crowned with honor that will shine brightly forever.