For I have set you an example in order that you may do what I have done to you.

Brethren, vie with one another in imitating me, and carefully observe those who follow the example which we have set you.

Let it then be our earnest endeavour to be admitted to that rest, so that no one may perish through following the same example of unbelief.

In illustration, brethren, of persecution patiently endured take the Prophets who have spoken as messengers from the Lord.

And it is to this you were called; because Christ also suffered on your behalf, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps.