October 13, 2026
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Reading along with us in Nehemiah and 1 Peter? Here’s today’s reading:
1 Peter 5 (NIV)
To the Elders and the Flock
1 To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder and a witness of Christ’s sufferings who also will share in the glory to be revealed: 2 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve;…..Continue Reading
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As we just read about Nehemiah’s great leadership in the last chapter, now we hear about God’s expectations of leaders and elders. Leading people for their good and not just for selfish gain, pride, or power. He aslo speaks of the importance of respecting leadership and being open to correction and direction. Elders come with wisdom and experience that younger Christians can learn a great deal from if open to listen. Finally a reminder that we need each other and we need these relationships because we are always under attack from Satan and he is always seeking to destroy what God has made. As the relational beings God has made us, we need to keep each other encouraged and accountable so we can resist the ways of this world and the traps of the devil.
How important humility is in every aspect of life and relationships…both before God and before each other…but especially for leaders in the church. I hope all of us elders continue to display that and are willing to serve and never lauding any authority over someone. And yet the young are wise to recognize they don’t know everything and each generation should learn from the other. Because we all have a common enemy that is always trying to deceive and destroy us. Where would we be without a God who cares for us and welcomes us to cast our cares on Him. He is also the One who will consummate history and bring everything to completion, rewarding those who have been faithful to Him.
1 Peter five. One beggar telling another beggar where to find bread, even though we are not perfect as no one is we want to tell others about the good news of Jesus Christ . we want them people / Strangers and loved ones to be able to get into the word of GOD so they can find answers for themselves. There is no greater book than the Bible to help us have peace in this troublesome world.
God is not pleased when we are so proud as to not recognize that all we have, all that is good, comes from him. And when we find ourselves worrying, we must immediatley give it to the Lord. He will handle it in the best way possible because he loves and cares deeply for us. Always be aware that Satan is prowling around speaking lies into our lives because he wants to destroy us. Be aware of the thoughts that come into our minds that are not from God. Resist him, stand firm, speak the truth of God’s word to ourselves over and over throughout the day. And know that God is working to restore us, to make us strong, firm and steadfast. We can count on him, he is faithful and he will do it.
1 Peter 5
“Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.” Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.”
I Peter 5:5-7 NKJV
This sounded familiar to me. James uses similar language and quotes the same scripture.
“But He gives more grace. Therefore He says: “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.” Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded.”
James 4:6-8 NKJV
Psalm 37; Malachi 1; 1 Peter 5
1Peter 5
What a great reminder to the leaders in the church to watch over God’s flock, leading people to Christ, it’s an important responsibility because you are serving God. Do it with humility and Grace, not pridefulness, and God will reward you with the Crown of Glory. He’s telling the younger generations to look up and listen and learn from the leaders in the church. We need not worry because we can cast our cares on the Lord , he will take the fears from us and give us peace,
We need to be aware that Satan is always on the prowl to find the weak and devour. We have to stand firm in the Lord.
Amen, Cindy!
1 Peter 5, Esther 1
1 Peter 5