HARVEST TORONTO ELDER COMMISSIONING (1 Peter 5:1-6)
#1 The MINISTRY of the elders (v.1-2)
a) Shepherd (care for) the flock (v.2a)
b) Oversight (watching over) the flock (v.2b)
#2 The HEART of elders (v.2-4)
a) Not because they have to but because they WANT TO (v.2c)
b) Not for selfish gain, but with Christ-exalting DESIRE (v.2d)
c) Not bossy, but a good example (v.3)
d) Not for an earthly reward, but for a heavenly reward (v.4)
#3 What must I DO?
a) Submit to, and support your leaders (v.5)
b) Serve each other in humility (v.5b-6)