1 Peter 5:1-5

Main Idea: Suffering sheep need shepherds who reflect the Good Shepherd.

Truth 1: Suffering sheep need shepherds who are present.

Warning 1: Beware the shepherd who doesn't smell like sheep.

Truth 2: Suffering sheep need shepherds who serve willingly.

Warning 2: Beware the shepherd who only does what's required.

Truth 3: Suffering sheep need shepherds who care more about people than profit.

Warning 3: Beware the shepherd whose care is contingent upon compensation.

Truth 4: Suffering sheep need shepherds worth following.

Warning 4: Beware the shepherd who doesn't practice what he preaches.

Scripture References:

1 Peter 5:1-5

Philippians 1:21-25

1 Corinthians 9:9,11,14

1 Timothy 5:17

1 Corinthians 11:1

James 3:1