I’m sure everyone is aware of how important an example can be. There are many things in life which we learn when someone gives us an example. Reading, Writing and Arithmetic all call for learning by example.
Having good examples is important when it comes to morality and virtue. The morals of a nation are set by the examples we give our children. Too often we fail to give that ‘good’ example and we tell our children, “Don’t do as I do, do as I say.”
When it comes to teaching our children Christian character, there is nothing more important than setting a good example. The Apostle Paul recognized this when he wrote to a young man new to the ministry. In 1 Timothy 4:12 he writes, “…be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.” Paul was asking Timothy to be an example as he mentored young believers in the basic requirements of the Christian Faith because he knew we learn best by example.
Have you thought about the example you are setting for those who are new to the Christian Faith, or for that matter, the example you are setting for those who are not Christian? Jesus said in the sermon on the mount, ”You are the salt of the earth, … You are the light of the world.” Salt brings flavor to life, and light dispels the darkness of this world.
Therefore… BE THOU AN EXAMPLE!
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