1 Peter 5 - Summary

Peter as fellow elder and witness of Christ's sufferings exhorts elders to shepherd God's flock willingly, not for filthy lucre but eagerly, not as lords over the heritage but as examples—when the Chief Shepherd appears they will receive an unfading crown of glory. Younger believers must submit to elders, all must clothe themselves with humility since God resists the proud but gives grace to the humble; they should humble themselves under God's mighty hand and cast all care upon Him. The devil prowls as a roaring lion seeking prey; resist him steadfast in faith, knowing the same sufferings are experienced by brethren worldwide, and the God of all grace will perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle them.