2 Thessalonians 3:9

Not that we have not power, but that we might give ourselves as an example to you to imitate us.

2 Thessalonians 3:7

For ye know how ye ought to imitate us: for we were not disorderly among you;

1 Thessalonians 2:6

nor sought we glory of men, neither of you, nor of others: though we might have expected maintenance, as the apostles of Christ.

Matthew 10:10

nor two coats, nor shoes, nor weapons; for the laborer is worthy of his food.

John 13:15

For I have given you an example, that ye also should do as I have done to you.

Galatians 6:6

And let him, that is instructed in the word, communicate in all good things to him that instructeth.

1 Peter 2:21

For unto this are ye called; because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye might follow his steps.

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Summary

Not because we have not power, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you to follow us.

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Bible References

Not

Matthew 10:10
nor two coats, nor shoes, nor weapons; for the laborer is worthy of his food.
Galatians 6:6
And let him, that is instructed in the word, communicate in all good things to him that instructeth.
1 Thessalonians 2:6
nor sought we glory of men, neither of you, nor of others: though we might have expected maintenance, as the apostles of Christ.

To make

2 Thessalonians 3:7
For ye know how ye ought to imitate us: for we were not disorderly among you;
John 13:15
For I have given you an example, that ye also should do as I have done to you.
1 Peter 2:21
For unto this are ye called; because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye might follow his steps.

General references

1 Corinthians 4:16
I beseech you therefore, be ye imitators of me.