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It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.\xa0Stand firm,\xa0then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. Galatians 5:1 (NIV)\xa0

To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow elder\xa0and a witness of Christ\u2019s sufferings who also will share in the glory to be revealed: Be shepherds of God\u2019s flock\xa0that is under your care\u2026 1 Peter 5:1-2 (NIV)

1. Be Shepherds

\u2026watching over them\u2014not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be;\xa0not pursuing dishonest gain,\xa0but eager to serve;\xa0not lording it over\xa0those entrusted to you\u2026 1 Peter 5:2-3 (NIV)

1. Purify Our Motives

\u2026but being examples\xa0to the flock.\xa0And when the Chief Shepherd\xa0appears, you will receive the crown of glory\xa0that will never fade away. 1 Peter 5:3-4 (NIV)

1. Be Examples

In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves\xa0to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility\xa0toward one another, because, \u201cGod opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.\u201d 1 Peter 5:5 (NIV)

1. Submit to One Another

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God\u2019s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.\xa01 Peter 5:6 (NIV)

1. Humble Ourselves

Cast all your anxiety on him\xa0because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV)

1. Cast Off Our Anxiety

Be alert and of sober mind.\xa0Your enemy the devil prowls around\xa0like a roaring lion\xa0looking for someone to devour.\xa01 Peter 5:8 (NIV)

1. Be Alert and Sober Minded

Resist him,\xa0standing firm in the faith\u2026\xa01 Peter 5:9 (NIV)

1. Resist the Enemy

\u2026because you know that the family of believers throughout the world is undergoing the same kind of sufferings. 1 Peter 5:9 (NIV)

1. Know that We Are Not Alone

And the God of all grace, who called you\xa0to his eternal glory\xa0in Christ, after you have suffered a little while,\xa0will himself restore you and make you strong,\xa0firm and steadfast.\xa01 Peter 5:10 (NIV)

1. Expect God to Move on Our Behalf

After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace [Who\xa0imparts His blessing and favor], who called you to His\xa0own\xa0eternal glory in Christ, will Himself complete, confirm, strengthen, and establish you [making you what you ought to be]. 1 Peter 5:10 (AMP)

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