New Testament · 1 Peter

1 Peter 5

Instructions to Elders

(1 Timothy 3:1–7; Titus 1:5–9)

1So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Messiah, as well as a fellow participant in the glory^b that is about to be revealed:^a 2shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight not under compulsion but willingly; not for shameful gain but eagerly; 3not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock. 4And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Cast Your Cares on Him

5Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders; and all of you, being subject to one another, clothe yourselves with humility, for "God opposes the proud but gives grace^c to the humble."

6Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper appointed time He may exalt you,^d 7casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.

8Be sober-minded; be watchful — your adversary the devil^e, like a roaring lion, prowls around seeking someone to devour. 9Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being accomplished by your brotherhood throughout the world.

Benediction and Farewell

10And the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Messiah Yeshua, after you have suffered a little while, will Himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 11To Him be the glory and the dominion^f for ever and ever. Amen.

12By Silvanus, a faithful brother as I regard him, I have written briefly to you, exhorting and testifying that this is the true grace of God in which you stand.

13She who is in Babylon, who is likewise chosen, sends you greetings, and so does Mark, my son.

14Greet one another with the kiss of love; peace^g to all of you who are in Messiah Yeshua. Amen.