1 Peter 5:3

“But you and your sons with you shall keep your priesthood in everything that concerns the altar and inside the veil, and you are to perform service. I am giving you the priesthood as a bestowed service, but the outsider who comes near shall be put to death.”

“For I gave you an example that you also should do as I did to you.

“Be on guard for yourselves and for all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood.

“I know that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock;

Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.

Brothers, join in following my example, and look for those who walk according to the pattern you have in us.

Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but show yourself as a model to those who believe in word, conduct, love, faith, and purity.