In 1 Peter 5:2, elders are commanded to shepherd willingly – here the same shepherding work is promised the unfading crown of glory.

1 Peter 5:1 introduces the theme of sharing in Christ's coming glory, which 5:4 specifies as the unfading crown for elders.

In 1 Peter 2:25, Christ is called the Shepherd and Overseer of souls – here He is the Chief Shepherd whose appearing brings the crown.

1 Peter 1:4 uses the same phrase 'does not fade away' for the inheritance, echoing the unfading crown of glory in this verse.

1 Peter 1:8 describes the present joy and glory of believing in Christ, which prepares believers for the future crown of glory at His appearing.

2 Thessalonians 1:7-10 details Christ's revelation with angels in judgment and glory, expanding on the appearing and its dual outcome for believers and unbelievers.

Revelation 3:11 urges holding fast so no one takes your crown — reinforcing the theme of a future crown that must not be lost, parallel to the unfading crown here.

In Revelation 2:10, Christ promises the 'crown of life' to the faithful — echoing the crown of glory that shepherds receive at His appearing.

1 John 3:2 says when Christ is revealed, believers will be like Him, linking the appearing to transformation, which complements the reward of glory.

James 1:12 promises the 'crown of life' to those who endure trials — a parallel reward to the crown of glory for faithful shepherds here.

Hebrews 13:20 calls Jesus the 'great Shepherd of the sheep,' echoing the 'chief Shepherd' title here and reinforcing the shepherd imagery for Christ.

2 Timothy 4:8 mentions the 'crown of righteousness' awarded at Christ's appearing — a parallel concept to the crown of glory awaiting faithful elders here.

Psalm 23:1 depicts the LORD as shepherd – a type fulfilled in Christ, the Chief Shepherd who rewards His servants.

Colossians 3:4 directly parallels: when Christ appears, believers also appear with Him in glory, reinforcing the promise of shared glory at His coming.

Isaiah 40:11 portrays God as a tender shepherd – fulfilled in Christ, the Chief Shepherd who appears to give the crown.

In John 10:11, Jesus declares Himself the good shepherd who lays down His life – 1 Peter 5:4 calls Him the Chief Shepherd who will reward elders.

In 1 Corinthians 9:25, Paul contrasts perishable athletic wreaths with the imperishable crown — directly paralleling the unfading crown of glory here.

Ezekiel 37:24 repeats the promise of one shepherd, David – the messianic figure Christ, called Chief Shepherd in 1 Peter 5:4.

Ezekiel 34:23 prophesies one shepherd, my servant David – fulfilled in Christ, the Chief Shepherd promised in 1 Peter 5:4.

Psalm 80:1 addresses God as 'Shepherd of Israel' — an OT image of divine shepherding that points forward to Christ the chief Shepherd here.

1 Thessalonians 2:19 calls believers a crown of rejoicing at Christ's coming, directly paralleling the crown of glory here.

In Isaiah 28:5, the Lord Himself is a 'crown of glory' for His remnant—the same OT phrase later applied to the reward for faithful elders.

1 John 2:28 urges abiding in Christ so that at His appearing we have confidence, echoing the same promise of reward at Christ's coming.

James 1:11 contrasts the fading beauty of earthly riches, highlighting the permanence of the unfading crown promised to faithful elders.

In Matthew 6:20, treasures in heaven are imperishable, directly paralleling the unfading crown of glory as an eternal reward.

2 Timothy 2:5 uses the athletic crown metaphor for faithful competition, similar to the crown of glory here for faithful shepherds.

Matthew 25:31-46 describes the Son of Man separating sheep and goats at His coming, expanding on Christ's role as Shepherd and Judge at His appearing.

In Luke 22:29, Jesus bestows a kingdom on His disciples—an eschatological reward paralleling the crown of glory for faithful elders.

Revelation 1:7 proclaims Christ's coming with clouds seen by all, emphasizing the universal visibility of the appearing, though focused on judgment rather than reward.

1 Corinthians 1:7 describes eager waiting for Christ's revelation, matching the appearing of the Chief Shepherd here.

1 Corinthians 3:8 assures each worker will receive reward according to labor, similar to the crown promised here for faithful elders.

2 Timothy 4:1 charges Timothy in view of Christ's appearing and kingdom, reinforcing the eschatological context of the Chief Shepherd's appearing here.

1 Corinthians 3:14 promises reward for enduring work, akin to the unfading crown of glory here.

1 Corinthians 4:5 says praise from God will come at the Lord's coming, similar to receiving the crown when the Chief Shepherd appears.