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1 Peter 5:1-14 (MSG)
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1 I have a special concern for you church leaders. I know what it's like to be a leader, in on Christ's sufferings as well as the coming glory. 2 Here's my concern: that you care for God's flock with all the diligence of a shepherd. Not because you have to, but because you want to please God. Not calculating what you can get out of it, but acting spontaneously.[ 3 Not bossily telling others what to do, but tenderly showing them the way. 4 When God, who is the best shepherd of all, comes out in the open with his rule, he'll see that you've done it right and commend you lavishly. 5 And you who are younger must follow your leaders. But all of you, leaders and followers alike, are to be down to earth with each other, for-- God has had it with the proud, But takes delight in just plain people. 6 So be content with who you are, and don't put on airs. God's strong hand is on you; he'll promote you at the right time. 7 Live carefree before God; he is most careful with you. 8 Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping. 9 Keep your guard up. You're not the only ones plunged into these hard times. It's the same with Christians all over the world. So keep a firm grip on the faith. 10 The suffering won't last forever. It won't be long before this generous God who has great plans for us in Christ--eternal and glorious plans they are!--will have you put together and on your feet for good. 11 He gets the last word; yes, he does. 12 I'm sending this brief letter to you by Silas, a most dependable brother. I have the highest regard for him. I've written as urgently and accurately as I know how. This is God's generous truth; embrace it with both arms! 13 The church in exile here with me--but not for a moment forgotten by God--wants to be remembered to you. Mark, who is like a son to me, says hello. 14 Give holy embraces all around! Peace to you--to all who walk in Christ's ways.
This passage relates to the following topic(s):
(v. 2) Serving / Servants - Be shepherds of God's flock
(v. 2) Leadership - Leaders should be eager to serve
(v. 2) Serving / Servants - Leaders should be eager to serve
(v. 2) Serving / Servants - Be eager to serve
(v. 5) Humility - Clothe yourself with humility
(v. 6) Humility - Humble yourself, he will lift you up
(v. 7) Comfort / Rest - He cares for you
(v. 7) Faith / Doubt / Worry - Cast all your anxiety on him
(v. 8) Sin / Wickedness / Satan - Satan is like a roaring lion
(v. 9) Fellowship - Brothers around the world have the same struggle
This passage relates to the following question(s):
(v. 8) Who is Satan? The devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour
This passage is referenced in the following quiet time(s):
(v. 2) Names of the Church (part II) (2011-04-26)
(v. 3) Names of the Church (part III) (2011-04-27)
(v. 4) Names of Jesus (part III) (2011-04-09)
(v. 5) Purpose Driven Life - Cultivating Community (2008-06-12)
(v. 5) Followup: Humility II (part I) (2011-09-10)
(v. 5) Followup: Humility I (part I) (2011-09-08)
(v. 5) Mind of Christ - Servant (part II) (2011-07-26)
(v. 5) Mind Change - Humility (2011-10-30)
(v. 5) One Another (part I) (2011-03-15)
(v. 5) Raising Awesome Kids - Humility and Approachability (2008-11-29)
(v. 5) Purpose Driven Life - Real Servants (part 2) (2008-07-02)
(v. 5) 30 Days at the Cross - Heights of Humility (2008-07-30)
(v. 6) Followup: Humility II (part I) (2011-09-10)
(v. 6) 30 Days at the Cross - Heights of Humility (2008-07-30)
(v. 7) Followup: Humility II (part I) (2011-09-10)
(v. 7) Proverbs on Laziness (part II) (2011-09-30)
(v. 8) Promises of God - One Greater (2009-03-22)
(v. 8) Wild at Heart - The Strategy (part 1) (2009-10-08)
(v. 8) Names of Satan (part I) (2011-05-14)
(v. 9) Man of Prayer - The Flesh (part 3) (2008-11-06)
(v. 9) NT Commands (part VII) (2011-03-14)
(v. 9) NT Commands (part VII) (2011-03-14)
(v. 9) Wild at Heart - The Strategy (part 1) (2009-10-08)
(v. 10) Mind Change - God can handle it (2011-11-14)
(v. 10) God Is (part II) (2011-03-21)
(v. 10) Desire's Journey - Keeping Heart (part 2) (2010-08-01)
(v. 11) Mind Change - God can handle it (2011-11-14)
(v. 14) One Another - Greet One Another (2009-09-30)
(v. 14) One Another (part III) (2011-03-17)
This passage is referenced in the following study note(s):
(v. 5) Sermon: Am I surrendered? (2013-04-14)
(v. 8) Sermon: Spiritual Condition (2014-11-09)
Definition(s):
So (Soh):
