Post by Woody Williams on May 12, 2006 7:31:25 GMT -5
Text for the Day -- I Peter 5:1-4
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Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as
well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the
elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge,
exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God
would have you do it-not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it
over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the
chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never
fades away.
Devotional
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Peter speaks to the pastors and leaders of the church. He lifts up
the image of the Good Shepherd, Jesus, a model of humility and
oversight in training and leading a congregation. Faithful shepherds
are sorely needed in the church. The power of leadership has such a
potential for bringing down a leader who abuses power or falls prey
to pride.
Prayer
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Bless the church with faithful shepherds, gracious God. Amen
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Now as an elder myself and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as
well as one who shares in the glory to be revealed, I exhort the
elders among you to tend the flock of God that is in your charge,
exercising the oversight, not under compulsion but willingly, as God
would have you do it-not for sordid gain but eagerly. Do not lord it
over those in your charge, but be examples to the flock. And when the
chief shepherd appears, you will win the crown of glory that never
fades away.
Devotional
----------
Peter speaks to the pastors and leaders of the church. He lifts up
the image of the Good Shepherd, Jesus, a model of humility and
oversight in training and leading a congregation. Faithful shepherds
are sorely needed in the church. The power of leadership has such a
potential for bringing down a leader who abuses power or falls prey
to pride.
Prayer
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Bless the church with faithful shepherds, gracious God. Amen