Matthew 20:25-26
New King James Version
25 But Jesus called them to Himself and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and those who are great exercise authority over them. 26 Yet (A)it shall not be so among you; but (B)whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant.
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Matthew 20:25-26
New International Version
25 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 26 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant,(A)
1 Peter 5:2-4
New King James Version
2 (A)Shepherd the flock of God which is among you, serving as overseers, (B)not by compulsion but [a]willingly, (C)not for dishonest gain but eagerly; 3 nor as (D)being [b]lords over (E)those entrusted to you, but (F)being examples to the flock; 4 and when (G)the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive (H)the crown of glory that does not fade away.
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- 1 Peter 5:2 NU adds according to God
- 1 Peter 5:3 masters
1 Peter 5:2-4
New International Version
2 Be shepherds of God’s flock(A) that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be;(B) not pursuing dishonest gain,(C) but eager to serve; 3 not lording it over(D) those entrusted to you, but being examples(E) to the flock. 4 And when the Chief Shepherd(F) appears, you will receive the crown of glory(G) that will never fade away.(H)
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