Dictionary of Bible Themes Jesus Christ sets his disciples an example, especially in servanthood, self-denial and endurance of suffering, so that they may become like him. John 13:14-16Jesus Christ calls believers to follow his example See also Hebrews 3:1; 12:2-31 Peter 2:21 1 John 2:6 Philippians 2:4-5 The qualities of Jesus Christ which set an example for believers See also Self-denial Matthew 10:38; 16:24Luke 14:27 pp Mk 8:34 Hebrews 12:2pp Lk 9:23 1 Peter 2:21-23See also Endurance of suffering Matthew 10:24-25John 15:20 1 Thessalonians 2:14-15 Hebrews 12:3 Matthew 20:25-28 Service John 13:13-17pp Mk 10:42-45 Hebrews 3:1-2Faithfulness Ephesians 5:1-2,251 John 3:16 Love 1 Timothy 1:16Patience Ephesians 4:32Colossians 3:13 Forgiveness of others Matthew 11:29Gentleness and humility 1 John 3:3Purity Luke 11:1Prayer Romans 8:29God wants his people to follow Jesus Christ's example and be conformed to his image 1 Corinthians 15:491 Corinthians 11:1 Those who followed Jesus Christ's example 1 Thessalonians 1:6Paul Acts 7:60the converts in Thessalonica See also Stephen is following the example set by Jesus Christ in Lk 23:34. 2030 Christ, holiness2036 Christ, humility 2048 Christ, love of 2327 Christ as servant 2570 Christ, suffering 6652 forgiveness 8120 following Christ 8206 Christlikeness 8428 example 8449 imitating 8453 obedience 8475 self-denial |
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