Title: Trusting Shepherds
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1 Peter 5:1–5
So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not for shameful gain, but eagerly; not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock. And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” (ESV)
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The sermon on 1 Peter 5:1–5, titled Trusting Shepherds by Jed Gillis, emphasizes the responsibility and character of church leaders and how trust in God transforms both leadership and followership. Elders, who are called to shepherd the church, must lead with humility, willingly, and eagerly—not for personal gain or power. Their role is to guide and care for others as examples, reflecting Christ, the chief Shepherd. This passage also reminds everyone—elders and church members alike—that leadership within the church involves serving others and entrusting their souls to God. In any capacity of influence, whether as a pastor, parent, or friend, believers are to shepherd others by pointing them to Jesus, trusting that He is the faithful Creator who sustains both leaders and followers. Humility before God and one another allows for leadership and submission to flourish in unity.
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