First Peter 5:1-14

Mark Munson

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1 Peter 5

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Introduction

Main Idea: As believers lead and submit in their various

roles within the Church, they should remain humble

toward God in their suffering and watchful of the enemy

until the day Christ calls them home in glory.

Head Change: To understand the serious nature of pride

and its ability to divide us from fellowship with other

Christians as well as God.

Heart Change: To crave genuine humility that leads us to

surrender our concerns to the loving care of God.

Life Change: To confess whatever false hopes we cling to

To confess whatever false hopes we cling to

and instead cling to Christ as our ultimate hope.

Closing out Peter: In this final chapter Peter turns his focus primarily to responsibilities within the church congregation.

the final chapter

where Peter turns his focus primarily to responsibilities

within the church congregation. He addresses both

We could start by asking the FIRST big question: What are the primary purposes of the Church? (; ; )

leaders and those who we might to today consider congregants.

Evangelism: Reach out to others as we are going thru life.

congregants.

Make disciples: The word μαθητεύω in and similar contexts, NEVER implies duress or force. Nor does it imply to COMPEL one to believe; to compel means to force. Rather it means to convince them to be disciples. It implies reasonable dialogue.

In rendering μαθητεύω in and similar contexts, it is important to avoid the implication of duress or force, that is to say, one should not translate ‘force them to be my disciples’ or ‘compel them to be my disciples.’ This might very well be implied in a literal translation of a causative such as ‘to make.’ In order to avoid a wrong implication of a causative, it may be important to use some such expression as ‘convince them to become my disciples’ or ‘urge them to be my disciples.’

Louw, J. P., & Nida, E. A. (1996). Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament: based on semantic domains (electronic ed. of the 2nd edition., Vol. 1, p. 470). New York: United Bible Societies.

Baptizing: those who profess Christ as Lord and Savior. This is the initial evidence of surrendering to Christ. Baptism is the symbol of purification and initiation on the basis of repentance.

Matthew 28:16–20 The Message

16 Meanwhile, the eleven disciples were on their way to Galilee, headed for the mountain Jesus had set for their reunion. 17 The moment they saw him they worshiped him. Some, though, held back, not sure about worship, about risking themselves totally. 18 Jesus, undeterred, went right ahead and gave his charge: “God authorized and commanded me to commission you: 19 Go out and train everyone you meet, far and near, in this way of life, marking them by baptism in the threefold name: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 20 Then instruct them in the practice of all I have commanded you. I’ll be with you as you do this, day after day after day, right up to the end of the age.”

Those three we often remember, what are the other two?

4. Restore broken Believers: Be gentle when restoring, remembering those who restore are subject to falling. Share one another’s burdens.

Galatians 6:1–5 NLT

1 Dear brothers and sisters, if another believer is overcome by some sin, you who are godly should gently and humbly help that person back onto the right path. And be careful not to fall into the same temptation yourself. 2 Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ. 3 If you think you are too important to help someone, you are only fooling yourself. You are not that important. 4 Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else. 5 For we are each responsible for our own conduct.

NLT

gal 6:1-

1 Peter 3:8–9 ESV

8 Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind. 9 Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.

1 Peter 5:1–2 NLT

1 And now, a word to you who are elders in the churches. I, too, am an elder and a witness to the sufferings of Christ. And I, too, will share in his glory when he is revealed to the whole world. As a fellow elder, I appeal to you: 2 Care for the flock that God has entrusted to you. Watch over it willingly, not grudgingly—not for what you will get out of it, but because you are eager to serve God.

5. To display God’s wisdom: Live prayerful and pure lives to teach God’s grace to people and angels. ()

SECOND big question: What are the primary responsibilities of leaders and congregations? ( ; ; )

BOTH: To display God’s wisdom: Live prayerful and pure lives to teach God’s grace to people and angels.

Leaders: Peter says care for the people—care means to guide and help, to provide leadership, to protect a pasture from poisonous weeds. Paul says to leaders, equip the people! Equip means: to make someone completely adequate or sufficient for something. Both are saying the same thing using different words.

Leaders have an obligation to set the example and lead from the front. Peter states 3 important guidelines:

a. Must do it willingly under God’s leadership

b. Must NOT do it for selfish gain—meaning it is NOT to turn religion into a trade—it is a calling from God! The word implies they shear the sheep to pamper their own body and steal the milk for personal consumption!

c. Not to be bossy or domineering as if giving orders!

If done well the Shepherd receives a crown of glory; implies if not, the Shepherd is a hireling and gets nothing!

Hirelings....

Ezekiel 13:19 ESV

19 You have profaned me among my people for handfuls of barley and for pieces of bread, putting to death souls who should not die and keeping alive souls who should not live, by your lying to my people, who listen to lies.

1 Peter 5:1–3 The Message

1 I have a special concern for you church leaders. I know what it’s like to be a leader, in on Christ’s sufferings as well as the coming glory. 2 Here’s my concern: that you care for God’s flock with all the diligence of a shepherd. Not because you have to, but because you want to please God. Not calculating what you can get out of it, but acting spontaneously. 3 Not bossily telling others what to do, but tenderly showing them the way.

God’s people: Peter is saying be good follower, and Paul is saying do the work of the ministry!

eph 4:

Ephesians 4:11–13 The Message

11 filled earth with his gifts. He handed out gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, and pastor-teacher 12 to train Christ’s followers in skilled servant work, working within Christ’s body, the church, 13 until we’re all moving rhythmically and easily with each other, efficient and graceful in response to God’s Son, fully mature adults, fully developed within and without, fully alive like Christ.

to make someone completely adequate or sufficient for something—‘to make adequate, to furnish completely, to cause to be fully qualified, adequacy.’

Louw, J. P., & Nida, E. A. (1996). Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament: based on semantic domains (electronic ed. of the 2nd edition., Vol. 1, p. 679). New York: United Bible Societies.

1 pet 5:

As we lead and follow we do so in humility

1 Peter 5:5–10 ESV

5 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.” 6 Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you. 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you.

Vs 5-6 Define humility (we have done this before): Strength under control. To deal gently with those who are ignorant. To make your heart bow. To make yourself small. One who recognizes their need for God. To surrender to God’s portion assigned to you. (translations of humility, meek, humble)

Vs7 casting all you anxiety on Him gives us a beautiful picture of our Father in heaven. Peter writes that we are to cast our anxieties on the Lord because he cares for us. The word he uses is epirripto, which literally means, “to transfer one’s concerns.” In this verse, it appears in participial form, which is typically rendered less as a command (“cast”) as an explanatory action (“casting”). This form connects it to the previous verse as well showing us one of the ways we can combat pride and pursue humility. In other words, Peter is saying that we are to humble ourselves by casting our anxieties on God because he cares for us.

Hebrews 5:2 ESV

2 He can deal gently with the ignorant and wayward, since he himself is beset with weakness.

Verse 7 gives us a beautiful picture of our Father in heaven.

Peter writes that we are to cast our anxieties on the Lord because he cares for us. The word he uses is epirripto,

because he cares for us. The word he uses is epirripto,

which literally means, “to transfer one’s concerns.” In

this verse, it appears in participial form, which is typically

rendered less as a command (“cast”) as an explanatory

action (“casting”). This form connects it to the previous

Note: Having feelings of fear or anxiety is not wrong, but to hold them to ourselves is a form of pride suggesting we believe they are up to us to solve. God cares for our concerns and asks us to give them to him. Doing so is an act of faith and one that cultivates humility within.

verse as well showing us one of the ways we can combat

Vs 8-11 Be watchful

1 Peter 5:8–14 ESV

8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world. 10 And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen, and establish you. 11 To him be the dominion forever and ever. Amen. 12 By Silvanus, a faithful brother as I regard him, I have written briefly to you, exhorting and declaring that this is the true grace of God. Stand firm in it. 13 She who is at Babylon, who is likewise chosen, sends you greetings, and so does Mark, my son. 14 Greet one another with the kiss of love. Peace to all of you who are in Christ.

1 pet 5:8-

Wiersbe’s Expository Outlines on the New Testament

Chapter 5

Who better than Peter would know about the prowlings of Satan! Several times Jesus warned Peter that Satan was after him, but he failed to heed the warning. Too many Christians have “gone to sleep,” opening the way for Satan to work (, ).

Satan is an “adversary,” which means “one who accuses at court.” The word “devil” means “a slanderer.” Satan accuses us before God (; ; ), and he uses people to accuse us falsely (; ; , ). Satan comes either as a serpent to deceive () or as a lion to devour. And as a liar and a murderer ().

How do we defeat Satan?

Wiersbe’s Expository Outlines on the New Testament Chapter 5

Satan is an “adversary,” which means “one who accuses at court.” The word “devil” means “a slanderer.” Satan accuses us before God (Job 1–2; Zech. 3:1–5; Rev. 12:10), and he uses the lips of unsaved people to accuse us falsely (1 Peter 2:12; 3:16; 4:4, 14). Satan comes either as a serpent to deceive (Gen. 3) or as a lion to devour. He is a liar and a murderer (John 8:44).

What can Christians do to defeat Satan? (1) Be alert! We must keep our eyes open and not relax our guard. When David relaxed and left the battle, he fell into sin (2 Sam. 11). When Peter felt self-confident, he went to sleep and fell into Satan’s trap. (2) Resist! This word calls to mind an army, standing together to oppose the enemy. Christians must be united against Satan (Phil. 1:27–30). If there is a break in the ranks, Satan has an opportunity to attack. (3) Believe! We resist him in the faith, that is, trusting in the victory of Christ. Satan uses lies as his chief weapon, and the believer must counteract Satan’s lies with God’s truth. Jesus used the sword of the Spirit in the wilderness (Matt. 4). (4) Remember! Remember that other Christians are going through the same trials and that you are not alone. If Satan can get us to feel that we are alone, that God has singled us out, then he will discourage and defeat us.

pride and pursue humility. In other words, Peter is saying

a. Be alert/sober-minded. Be rational and not like a drunk. Be in control of thought processes.

Wiersbe’s Expository Outlines on the New Testament Chapter 5

Peter’s theme has been grace (5:12), so he closes by reminding the saints that their God is the God of all grace! The Christian goes “from grace to grace” (John 1:16). The Christian life begins with saving grace (Eph. 2:8–10). It continues with serving grace (1 Cor. 15:9–10); then sanctifying grace (Rom. 5:17; 6:17). God also gives sacrificing grace (2 Cor. 8:1–9), singing grace (Col. 3:16), speaking grace (Col. 4:6), strengthening grace (2 Tim. 2:1), and suffering grace (2 Cor. 12:9). “He gives more grace” (James 4:6, NKJV).

Verse 10 indicates that grace is provided through the disciplines of life. God allows us to suffer that He might be able to shed His grace upon us. When we suffer, we come to the end of ourselves and learn to lean on Him. Grace is supplied only to those who sense their need for Him. First we suffer; then, as we suffer, He equips us, confirms us, and puts a foundation under us. The words “make you perfect” (v. 10) are used in Matt. 4:21 and carry the image of mending a net. The Gk. word means “to equip for service.” Suffering not only helps the believer grow, but it also equips him for future service. Sometimes the best way God has of “mending our nets” is to put us through suffering.

In his conclusion (5:12–14), Peter indicates that Silas and Mark are with him. Silas was one of Paul’s associates (Acts 15:22ff); but if, as we have surmised, Paul was not in Rome, it would be expected that Peter and Silas would work together. John Mark’s presence indicates that the “old disagreement” involving Barnabas, Mark, and Silas was forgiven and forgotten. “Babylon” (v. 13) probably is a code name for Rome; although, some students think that Peter was writing from ancient Babylon.

We must keep our eyes open and not relax our guard. When David stayed home rather than going to war with his men, he fell into sin (). When Peter felt self-confident, he rebuked Jesus.

b. Be watchful. This word calls to mind an army, standing together to oppose an enemy. Satan prowls like a lion looking for someone to devour.

c. Resist/be firm in the faith. TO be firm in your beliefs and ensure your belief’s are grounded in sound doctrine.

d. Remember suffering is normal. Remember that other Christians are going through the same trials and that you are not alone. Be careful when you’re tired, hungry, and lonely.

We resist him in the faith, that is, trusting in the victory of Christ. Satan uses lies as his chief weapon, and the believer must counteract Satan’s lies with God’s truth. Jesus used the sword of the Spirit in the wilderness (). (4) Remember! Remember that other Christians are going through the same trials and that you are not alone. If Satan can get us to feel that we are alone, that God has singled us out, then he will discourage and defeat us.

Peter’s theme has been grace (5:12), so he closes by reminding the saints that their God is the God of all grace! The Christian goes “from grace to grace” (). The Christian life begins with saving grace (). It continues with serving grace (); then sanctifying grace (; ). God also gives sacrificing grace (), singing grace (), speaking grace (), strengthening grace (), and suffering grace (). “He gives more grace” (, NKJV).

Closing

that we are to humble ourselves by casting our anxieties on

Remember. grace is supplied only to those who sense their need for Him.

God because he cares for us. To contend with feelings of

Prayer:

In his conclusion (5:12–14), Peter indicates that Silas and Mark are with him. Silas was one of Paul’s associates (); but if, as we have surmised, Paul was not in Rome, it would be expected that Peter and Silas would work together. John Mark’s presence indicates that the “old disagreement” involving Barnabas, Mark, and Silas was forgiven and forgotten. “Babylon” (v. 13) probably is a code name for Rome; although, some students think that Peter was writing from ancient Babylon.

fear or anxiety is not wrong, but to hold them to ourselves

“May the God of all grace supply all you need to endure and live a pleasing life that one day when you enter into His glory, you will hear Him say, “Well done, good and faithful servant!”

is a form of pride suggesting we believe they are up to us to

solve. God cares for our concerns and asks us to give them

to him. Doing so is an act of faith and one that cultivates

humility within.

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