Give a shepherd’s care to God’s flock among you, exercising oversight not merely as a duty but willingly under God’s direction, not for shameful profit but eagerly.

but by precious blood like that of an unblemished and spotless lamb, namely Christ.

but, like the Holy One who called you, become holy yourselves in all of your conduct,

You have been born anew, not from perishable but from imperishable seed, through the living and enduring word of God.

in that he spends the rest of his time on earth concerned about the will of God and not human desires.

And do not lord it over those entrusted to you, but be examples to the flock.

Slaves, be subject to your masters with all reverence, not only to those who are good and gentle, but also to those who are perverse.

For you were going astray like sheep but now you have turned back to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.

And this prefigured baptism, which now saves you – not the washing off of physical dirt but the pledge of a good conscience to God – through the resurrection of Jesus Christ,

But rejoice in the degree that you have shared in the sufferings of Christ, so that when his glory is revealed you may also rejoice and be glad.

But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts and always be ready to give an answer to anyone who asks about the hope you possess.