An Example

AN EXAMPLE

TEXT: [Not] being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock (1 Peter 5:3). For you yourselves know how you ought to follow us, … not because we do not have authority, but to make ourselves an example of how you should follow us (2 Thessalonians 3:7-9). The apostle Paul declares himself an example for Timothy to follow (2 Timothy 3:10-15).

Is there men or women in your walk with the Lord that have a lifestyle that could serve as an example for you to follow? These people can provide instruction, correction and encouragement that will help ensure your own lifestyle is pleasing to the Lord.

Someone who is a good example would not be greedy for money and would have a righteous witness. They would reflect the life of Christ by demonstrating love, commitment, sacrifice and humility. For this author, a former evolutionary agnostic, who once called the Bible “ a bunch of bearded myths” Dr. Henry Morris, father of the modern creationist movement, was such a man.

Today superstar religious leaders claim a special anointing, draw large crowds, have lots of money, and sell books that teach self-esteem and your best life now. These examples are quite a contrast to biblical examples such as Moses, Paul, Esther and Mary and historical examples such as Wycliffe, Spurgeon, and Amy Carmichael. Put palpable examples in your life and eventually live a life that would be a palpable example for others, especially your children.