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Christian ministers » Duties of the church to
Aristarchus, my fellow prisoner, greets you, as does Mark, Barnabas’s cousin (concerning whom you have received instructions: if he comes to you, welcome him),
Now we ask you, brothers, to give recognition to those who labor among you and lead you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves.
Remember your leaders who have spoken God’s word to you. As you carefully observe the outcome of their lives, imitate their faith.
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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
Moses then summoned Joshua and said to him in the sight of all Israel, “Be strong and courageous, for you will go with this people into the land the Lord swore to give to their fathers. You will enable them to take possession of it.
Joshua son of Nun, who attends you, will enter it. Encourage him, for he will enable Israel to inherit it.
But commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will cross over ahead of the people and enable them to inherit this land that you will see.’
For the lips of a priest should guard knowledge, and people should seek instruction from his mouth, because he is the messenger of the Lord of Hosts.
Be imitators of me, as I also am of Christ. Now I praise you because you remember me in all things and keep the traditions just as I delivered them to you.
Brothers, you know the household of Stephanas: they are the firstfruits of Achaia and have devoted themselves to serving the saints. I urge you also to submit to such people, and to everyone who works and labors with them.
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
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. Pray for us; for we are convinced that we have a clear conscience, wanting to conduct ourselves honorably in everything.
Christian ministers » Examples to the flock
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
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.
Let no one despise your youth; instead, you should be an example to the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
Verse Concepts
Back to schoolAdultsAdventureFaith, Nature OfFaith, Growth InBecoming An AdultExamplesBelieversHoliness Of MinistersInexperienceInferiorityShynessYouthDuties Of Christian ServantsYoung MenLoving OthersMinisters, Should BeLove To OthersNames And Titles For The ChristianAgape LoveAge DiscriminationExample Of Believers
not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.
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."
Ministers » Should be » Ensamples to the flock
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
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.
Let no one despise your youth; instead, you should be an example to the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.
Verse Concepts
Back to schoolAdultsAdventureFaith, Nature OfFaith, Growth InBecoming An AdultExamplesBelieversHoliness Of MinistersInexperienceInferiorityShynessYouthDuties Of Christian ServantsYoung MenLoving OthersMinisters, Should BeLove To OthersNames And Titles For The ChristianAgape LoveAge DiscriminationExample Of Believers
not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.
Ministers » Their people are bound, to » Follow their holy example
Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.
Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ.
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.
Unity » Of the righteous
A Davidic song of ascents.How good and pleasant it is
when brothers live together in harmony!
when brothers live together in harmony!
Now the large group of those who believed were of one heart and mind, and no one said that any of his possessions was his own, but instead they held everything in common.
Now I urge you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree in what you say, that there be no divisions among you, and that you be united with the same understanding and the same conviction.
Finally, brothers, rejoice. Become mature, be encouraged, be of the same mind, be at peace, and the God of love and peace will be with you.
Verse Concepts
GoalsFellowship, With GodPeace, From GoddisagreementsGod, Perfection OfRest, PhysicalSanctification, Means And ResultsPeace, In Christian LivingSpiritual PeaceFarewellsCooperationLast WordsHuman ComfortGod Will Be With YouGod Of PeacePeople ImprovedSeek PeaceAgreeing With One AnotherBuilding Each Other UpUnityEncouragement
Now finally, all of you should be like-minded and sympathetic, should love believers, and be compassionate and humble,
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Be in agreement with one another. Do not be proud; instead, associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own estimation.
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Just one thing: Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or am absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind, working side by side for the faith that comes from the gospel,
Verse Concepts
So then, we must pursue what promotes peace and what builds up one another.
they lift up their voices,
shouting for joy together;
for every eye will see
when the Lord returns to Zion.
fulfill my joy by thinking the same way, having the same love, sharing the same feelings, focusing on one goal.
Now may the God of endurance and encouragement grant you agreement with one another, according to Christ Jesus, so that you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ with a united mind and voice.
In any case, we should live up to whatever [truth] we have attained. Join in imitating me, brothers, and observe those who live according to the example you have in us.