Dictionary of Bible Themes
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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
Hebrews 3:1-2
Love
Ephesians 5:1-2,25;
1 John 3:16
Patience
1 Timothy 1:16
Forgiveness of others
Ephesians 4:32;
Colossians 3:13
Gentleness and humility
Matthew 11:29
Purity
1 John 3:3
Prayer
Luke 11:1
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
2030 Christ, holiness
2036 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