Mark Dunagan Commentaries
1 Peter 5 - Introduction
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 persecutions then descending upon the church (1 Peter 4:17-19), could have scattered the flock….In view of such impending trials, the need for. strong, capable, dedicated, spiritual leadership was great. When the church is under great stress, its spiritual overseers must attend to their responsibilities with diligence.' (Oberst p. 225)
Commentary On Chapter 5: