And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory.

Good morning. So what is the result of the elders properly shepherding the flock? And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading (same word as in chapter 1 talking about our inheritance that will not fade away) crown (in that day it was actually a wreath like in the games) of glory. You younger men, likewise, be subject to your elders (Church position, not just older people); and all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Now the phrase “be subject to“ does not mean that you are a doormat and do everything that the elders tell you. They don’t run your personal lives like the “apostles” I talked about last time. Remember that also we are to be subject to one another, and wives to their husbands. However, the elders are responsible for the smooth operation of the church according to God‘s direction. Father continue to make Your Church a shining example to the world.

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