Be an example
Intro
In your speech
And it came to pass, that after three days they found him in the temple, sitting in the midst of the doctors, both hearing them, and asking them questions. Luke 2:46
Teenager, notice that Jesus wasn’t preaching to the elders in the temple. He was listening to them and asking questions of them. Let me suggest that if you want to be an example of the believer, your speech is to be based upon your listening to those who are older than you.
“But they don’t know as much as I do,” you
Be an example in your conduct
Our life-style as well as our specific behaviors must be consistent with the gospel. Timothy was to conduct himself as a representative of Jesus Christ even in the details of daily living (see 6:6–10). Unfortunately, when actions loudly contradict words, the truth can hardly be heard
be an example in your love
When we say the right words and live the right way but lack love, we are demonstrating a legalistic view of God’s expectations (see 1 Corinthians 13:1–7). After words and actions have had their say, love makes the message ring true or false.
Be an example in Your faith
Be an example in Purity
There are “hot spots” all over—places that will burn you out. Run from them and run to those who are gathering together to worship the Lord and to study His Word.