![]() ![]() Such leaders should not only be elders in name, but men who live under the shadow of the cross. The word “elder” may be used interchangeably with the word “bishop” or “overseer,” words which describe the ministry of a pastor or shepherd. Their character: The elders among the people of God are to be men who are matured in godly experience. We shall examine their character, spirit, work, danger, and reward. Let us consider the type of men the Lord appoints to leadership in the churches of the saints. This, the closing chapter of Peter’s first epistle, opens with an exhortation to the under-shepherds over the flock of God, and it closes with the perfect triumph of the grace of God in His flock. Thanks for reading.The last aspect of the sufferings of Christ and of His people as dealt with by Peter arises from the malice and hatred of the devil as a roaring lion. ![]() Please leave your comment(s) for this post, “ The Shepherd And The Lion Story With Moral Lesson And Summary 2022.” Let us know what you think about this post by leaving a comment below.
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