Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Example » Inspiration of example » Paul's example
For you yourselves know how you must imitate us: We were not irresponsible among you;
In every way I’ve shown you that by laboring like this, it is necessary to help the weak and to keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus, for He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”
Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
Therefore I urge you to imitate me.
I wish that all people were just like me. But each has his own gift from God, one person in this way and another in that way.
Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.
Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
Example » Paul, our
In every way I’ve shown you that by laboring like this, it is necessary to help the weak and to keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus, for He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”
Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.
But I received mercy for this reason, so that in me, the worst of them, Christ Jesus might demonstrate His extraordinary patience as an example to those who would believe in Him for eternal life.
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
Therefore I urge you to imitate me.
Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.
Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
I wish that all people were just like me. But each has his own gift from God, one this and another that. I say to the unmarried and to widows: It is good for them if they remain as I am.
For you yourselves know how you must imitate us: we were not irresponsible among you; we did not eat anyone's bread free of charge; instead, we labored and toiled, working night and day, so that we would not be a burden to any of you. It is not that we don't have the right [to support], but we did it to make ourselves an example to you so that you would imitate us. read more.
In fact, when we were with you, this is what we commanded you: "If anyone isn't willing to work, he should not eat."
In fact, when we were with you, this is what we commanded you: "If anyone isn't willing to work, he should not eat."
Imitation » Of worldly people and customs condemned » Spiritual
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who will give an account, so that they can do this with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you.
Verse Concepts
anniversariesAttending ChurchCommitment, to God's peopleBeing A Leaderelders, in the churchBishops, Dutiesdefence, humanConfusionGuardsHeadshipHonouring RulersJoy, And Human ExperienceMinistry, In The ChurchObedience, To Human AuthoritiesMan Keeping WatchPrivilegesResistanceRespect, For Human Beings
Remember your leaders who have spoken God’s word to you. As you carefully observe the outcome of their lives, imitate their faith.
Verse Concepts
Imitating OthersMentoringConsistencyFaith, Growth InAttending Churchelders, in the churchGospel, Transmission OfMinistry, In The ChurchRespect, For God's CharacterBishops, QualificationsLeadershipBeing a ModelBishops, DutiesImitating Good PeopleMaintaining FaithRemembering PeopleTeaching In The ChurchChristian Conduct
It is not that we don’t have the right to support, but we did it to make ourselves an example to you so that you would imitate us.
Therefore I urge you to imitate me.
Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
so that you won’t become lazy but will be imitators of those who inherit the promises through faith and perseverance.
and you became imitators of us and of the Lord when, in spite of severe persecution, you welcomed the message with joy from the Holy Spirit.
Paul's » Example
For you yourselves know how you must imitate us: We were not irresponsible among you;
In every way I’ve shown you that by laboring like this, it is necessary to help the weak and to keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus, for He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ ”
Hold on to the pattern of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
Therefore I urge you to imitate me.
I wish that all people were just like me. But each has his own gift from God, one person in this way and another in that way.
Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.
Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
Spiritual » Of God's word sins of » Imitation
Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they keep watch over your souls as those who will give an account, so that they can do this with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you.
Verse Concepts
anniversariesAttending ChurchCommitment, to God's peopleBeing A Leaderelders, in the churchBishops, Dutiesdefence, humanConfusionGuardsHeadshipHonouring RulersJoy, And Human ExperienceMinistry, In The ChurchObedience, To Human AuthoritiesMan Keeping WatchPrivilegesResistanceRespect, For Human Beings
Remember your leaders who have spoken God’s word to you. As you carefully observe the outcome of their lives, imitate their faith.
Verse Concepts
Imitating OthersMentoringConsistencyFaith, Growth InAttending Churchelders, in the churchGospel, Transmission OfMinistry, In The ChurchRespect, For God's CharacterBishops, QualificationsLeadershipBeing a ModelBishops, DutiesImitating Good PeopleMaintaining FaithRemembering PeopleTeaching In The ChurchChristian Conduct
It is not that we don’t have the right to support, but we did it to make ourselves an example to you so that you would imitate us.
Therefore I urge you to imitate me.
Do what you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you.
so that you won’t become lazy but will be imitators of those who inherit the promises through faith and perseverance.
and you became imitators of us and of the Lord when, in spite of severe persecution, you welcomed the message with joy from the Holy Spirit.