1 Peter 5

Instructions to Elders and Young Men

1 The elders which are among you I exhort, who am also an elder, and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, and also a partaker of the gloryGlory: δόξα (Doxa). The Greek doxa (δόξα) means glory, splendor, or magnificence—the radiant manifestation of God's perfection. Christ revealed the Father's glory: 'we beheld his glory' (John 1:14). that shall be revealed: Witness: Luke 24:48, Revelation 1:9. Glory: 1 Peter 1:7, 5:4. Parallel theme: Acts 11:30, 14:23, 1 John 3:2 +2

2 Feed the flock of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind; References God: Ezekiel 34:31, Titus 1:7. Kingdom: Luke 12:32, Hebrews 12:15. Parallel theme: Zechariah 11:17, 1 Corinthians 9:7, 1 Timothy 3:3, 3:8, Titus 3:1, 2 Peter 2:3 +5

3 Neither as being lords over God's heritage, but being ensamples to the flock. References God: Psalms 33:12, Acts 20:28. References Lord: 1 Corinthians 11:11. Parallel theme: Psalms 74:2, Ezekiel 34:4, 2 Corinthians 1:24, Philippians 3:17, 2 Thessalonians 3:9, 1 Timothy 4:12, Titus 2:7 +5

4 And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away. Parallel theme: 1 Peter 1:4, 2:25, Isaiah 40:11, Daniel 12:3, 1 Corinthians 9:25, 2 Timothy 4:8, James 1:12, 1 John 3:2, Revelation 2:10, 3:11 +5

5 Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth graceGrace: χάρις (Charis). The Greek charis (χάρις) denotes unmerited divine favor—God's kindness toward the undeserving. Salvation is 'by grace through faith' (Ephesians 2:8), not human merit. to the humble. Grace: Proverbs 3:34, James 4:6. References God: Ephesians 5:21, Colossians 3:12. Parallel theme: 1 Peter 4:5, Isaiah 57:15, 66:2, Romans 12:10, 13:14, Philippians 2:3 +5

Humble Yourselves

6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: References God: 2 Chronicles 33:12. Parallel theme: 2 Chronicles 12:12, 32:26, Proverbs 29:23, Isaiah 40:4, Matthew 23:12, Luke 1:52, 14:11, 18:14, James 4:10 +5

7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. Parallel theme: 1 Samuel 30:6, Psalms 34:15, 37:5, 55:22, Mark 4:38, Luke 12:22, John 10:13, Philippians 4:6 +3

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Kingdom: Job 2:2. Evil: Matthew 13:39, Ephesians 4:27, 6:11, James 4:7. Parallel theme: 1 Peter 1:13, 4:7, Luke 21:36, 22:31, Titus 2:12 +5

9 Whom resist stedfast in the faithFaith: πίστις (Pistis). The Greek pistis (πίστις) denotes faith, belief, or trust—confidence in God's character and promises. It's both intellectual assent and relational trust, central to justification (Romans 5:1)., knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world. Faith: Acts 14:22, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Ephesians 6:16, 1 Timothy 6:12, Hebrews 11:33. Parallel theme: 1 Peter 2:21, 3:14, Ephesians 4:27, 2 Timothy 3:12, James 4:7 +5

10 But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal gloryGlory: δόξα (Doxa). The Greek doxa (δόξα) means glory, splendor, or magnificence—the radiant manifestation of God's perfection. Christ revealed the Father's glory: 'we beheld his glory' (John 1:14). by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you. References Jesus: Romans 16:25, 1 Corinthians 1:9. References God: 2 Corinthians 13:11. Glory: 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Thessalonians 2:12, Jude 1:24. Eternal Life: 1 Timothy 6:12. Parallel theme: Psalms 138:7, 2 Thessalonians 2:17, 3:3 +5

11 To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen. Glory: 1 Peter 4:11, Romans 11:36, Revelation 1:6, 5:13

Final Greetings

12 By Silvanus, a faithful brother unto you, as I suppose, I have written briefly, exhorting, and testifying that this is the true grace of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. wherein ye stand. Grace: Acts 11:23, 20:24, 1 Thessalonians 1:1. References God: 2 Corinthians 1:19, 2 Thessalonians 1:1. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 15:1, Hebrews 13:22 +2

13 The church that is at Babylon, elected together with you, saluteth you; and so doth Marcus my son. Parallel theme: Acts 12:12

14 Greet ye one another with a kiss of charity. Peace be with you all that are in Christ Jesus. Amen. References Christ: Romans 16:16. References Jesus: Romans 8:1, 1 Corinthians 1:30. Love: Romans 1:7, Ephesians 6:23. Peace: John 14:27, 16:33, 20:19, 20:26. Parallel theme: 1 Corinthians 16:20 +5