Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 2000 Jesus Christ » 2300 Jesus Christ, ministry and work of » 2303 Jesus Christ, as creator » 2339 Jesus Christ, example of Jesus Christ sets his disciples an example, especially in servanthood, self-denial and endurance of suffering, so that they may become like him. Jesus Christ calls believers to follow his example John 13:14-16 See also Hebrews 3:1; Hebrews 12:2-3; 1 Peter 2:21; 1 John 2:6 The qualities of Jesus Christ which set an example for believers Self-denial Philippians 2:4-5 See also Matthew 10:38; Matthew 16:24 pp Mark 8:34 pp Luke 9:23; Luke 14:27; Hebrews 12:2 Endurance of suffering 1 Peter 2:21-23 See also Matthew 10:24-25; John 15:20; 1 Thessalonians 2:14-15; Hebrews 12:3 Service Matthew 20:25-28 pp Mark 10:42-45; John 13:13-17 Faithfulness Love Ephesians 5:1-2,25; 1 John 3:16 Patience Forgiveness of others Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:13 Gentleness and humility Purity Prayer God wants his people to follow Jesus Christ's example and be conformed to his image Romans 8:29; 1 Corinthians 15:49 Those who followed Jesus Christ's example 1 Corinthians 11:1 Paul; 1 Thessalonians 1:6 the converts in Thessalonica; Acts 7:60 Stephen is following the example set by Jesus Christ in Lk 23:34. See also
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