1st Peter 5:4. “And when the chief Shepherd shall appear, ye shall receive a crown of glory that fadeth not away.” CROWN OF GLORY. It is not because of age or the color of one’s hair – It is not because of great achievements that he’s standing there – It’s because of faithfulness and burdens he was willing to bear – That he stands before the Chief Shepherd and a crown of glory wears.
It is not because he was so smart and made a lot of money – It is not because he had great titles; actually, he had not any – It is because he knew the flock from MaryJane to Benny – That he stands before the Chief Shepherd now wearing a crown of glory.
It is not because he was paid to care – the Spirit put care within – It is not because he demanded it that people followed him – It is because it was obvious to all he really cared for them – That he stands before the Chief Shepherd and that crown of glory shines.
That crown is not given to those who are worried about the cost – That crown belongs to those who care, not wanting any to be lost – That crown is worn by burden-bearers who suffered major loss – When he stands before the Chief Shepherd that crown won’t lose its gloss.
“Faithful leadership must be a delight to Thee, O God. Those who You are able to trust must be a special group of people. They are serving Thee because they love Thee and Thy heritage. Bless then. Feed them. I honor them here before Thee, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”