1 Peter 5: Shepherd the Flock

The Rev. John Lukomski, co-host of Wrestling with the Basics on KFUO Radio, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study 1 Peter 5. Find Wrestling with the Basics at kfuo.org/WrestlingWithTheBasics.

In this last part of his first letter, Peter gives guidance to both church leaders and the broader Christian community. He calls for humility among leaders, emphasizing their role as shepherds who care for the flock entrusted to them by God. He also urges all believers to cast their anxieties upon God, recognizing His care and provision.

The Books of 1 and 2 Peter, found within the New Testament of the Bible, collectively offer profound and inspirational letters written by the Apostle Peter. These letters provide timeless messages of enduring faith and unwavering hope for Christians facing trials and challenges. Throughout these epistles, Peter emphasizes the importance of living holy and God-honoring lives, even amid adversity. He reminds believers of their living hope in Jesus Christ and encourages them to stand firm in their faith.