Theory question 109
HumilitySection C (Themes from Selected Epistles)
(a) Highlight Peter's teaching on humility. (b) Identify any three qualities of a humble person.
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(a) Elders should tend the flock willingly, not for gain, not domineering but as examples (1 Peter 5:2-3).
The younger should be subject to the elders (1 Peter 5:5).
All should clothe themselves with humility toward one another (1 Peter 5:5).
"God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble" (1 Peter 5:5).
Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God so that He may exalt you in due time (1 Peter 5:6).
Cast all your anxieties on Him, for He cares about you (1 Peter 5:7).
Have unity of spirit, sympathy, love, a tender heart and a humble mind (1 Peter 3:8).
(b) Any three: respects others; does not boast; accepts correction; serves others willingly; submits to authority; patient and gentle; gives credit to God and others.
Explain 1 Peter 5:1-7, then three qualities.