Example of Jesus Christ

Jesus Christ calls believers to follow his example

John 13:14–16 NLT

And since I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash each other’s feet. I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you. I tell you the truth, slaves are not greater than their master. Nor is the messenger more important than the one who sends the message.

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The qualities of Jesus Christ which set an example for believers

Self-denial

Philippians 2:4–5 NLT

Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too. You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.

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Endurance of suffering

1 Peter 2:21–23 NLT

For God called you to do good, even if it means suffering, just as Christ suffered for you. He is your example, and you must follow in his steps. He never sinned, nor ever deceived anyone. He did not retaliate when he was insulted, nor threaten revenge when he suffered. He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly.

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Service

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Faithfulness

Hebrews 3:1–2 NLT

And so, dear brothers and sisters who belong to God and are partners with those called to heaven, think carefully about this Jesus whom we declare to be God’s messenger and High Priest. For he was faithful to God, who appointed him, just as Moses served faithfully when he was entrusted with God’s entire house.

Love

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Patience

1 Timothy 1:16 NLT

But God had mercy on me so that Christ Jesus could use me as a prime example of his great patience with even the worst sinners. Then others will realize that they, too, can believe in him and receive eternal life.

Forgiveness of others

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Gentleness and humility

Matthew 11:29 NLT

Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

Purity

1 John 3:3 NLT

And all who have this eager expectation will keep themselves pure, just as he is pure.

Prayer

Luke 11:1 NLT

Once Jesus was in a certain place praying. As he finished, one of his disciples came to him and said, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.”

God wants his people to follow Jesus Christ’s example and be conformed to his image

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Those who followed Jesus Christ’s example

Paul; the converts in Thessalonica; Stephen is following the example set by Jesus Christ in Lk 23:34.