1Peter:5:1-11

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* THE elders among you I beg \'97 I who am a fellow elder and a witness to the sufferings of Christ and a sharer in the glory soon to be revealed \'97 * I beg you to shepherd the flock of God that is among you , not because you must , but willingly , not for base gain , but eagerly , * not lording it over your charges , but becoming examples to the flock . * Then when the chief Shepherd appears you will be repaid with the never-fading crown of glory . * In the same way you younger men must be subject to your elders . You all must put on the apron of humble service for one another . For God opposes the proud , but gives grace to the humble . * Humble yourselves , then , under the mighty hand of God so that he may lift you up at the right time . * Cast all your anxiety on him , for he cares for you . * Be sober , watch . Your enemy the Devil , like a roaring lion , goes about seeking some one to devour . * Resist him firm in the faith and knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being completed in your brotherhood throughout the world . * The God of all grace , who called you to his eternal glory in Christ , after you have suffered a little will equip , establish and strengthen you . * To him be power for the ages of the ages ! Amen .

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