This chapter embraces the following subjects:
* An exhortation to the elders of the churches to be faithful to the
flocks committed to their charge, 1 Peter 5:1.
* An exhortation to the younger me...
CHAP V.
_He exhorteth the elders to feed their flocks: the younger to obey;
and all, to be sober, watchful, and constant in the faith; and to
resist the cruel adversary, the devil._
_Anno Domini 65...
QUESTIONS OVER CHAPTER V
1.
Do you believe Peter occupied the office of an elder in the church, or
was he just an older man at this time? Why?
2.
At what time was Peter a witness of Christ's suffe...
ANALYSIS.
Herein the elders are charged to feed the flock under their
supervision without arrogance, and to do so willingly and not for
gain, and, by being examples for them to follow and as a reward...
INTRODUCTION TO I PETER 5
In this chapter the apostle first exhorts pastors and members of
churches to their respective duties as such; and then to those which
were common to them all, as Christians;...
_ Outline of Chapter 5:_
Instructions To The Elders: 1 Peter 5:1
Complete Dependence Upon God: 1 Peter 5:5-11
Exhortation And Greetings: 1 Peter 5:12-14
_ Introductory Comments:_
‘The severe
* Elders exhorted and encouraged. (1-4) Younger Christians are to
submit to their elders, and to yield with humility and patience to
God, and to be sober, watchful, and stedfast in faith. (5-9) Prayer...