1 Peter 5:1-4

1 Peter 5:1-4: So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not for shameful gain, but eagerly; not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock. And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Song Recommendations:

Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us

Forever Grateful

Discussion Questions:

In what ways is it tempting for church leaders to act like business or political leaders?

How does this view of church leadership help us remember that the church is not a place we attend but a people to whom we belong?

Who was an elder that you saw set a good example of following Jesus?