Follow my Example – 1 Cor 4:16-17
Vs 16 – Paul then gives a simple exhortation. Follow or imitate his example as he follows Christ. Christ is our role model but through our example we can show others the way of fidelity. We are going to be judge on the following things, faithfulness, love, obedience, motives, attitude and works. So make Christ your role model and in turn you will become a role model for others.
Vs 17 – It was for this reason that Paul was sending Timothy whom Paul loved in the faith. He calls Timothy his son. Timothy was a faithful man in the Lord. Timothy had shown over time his integrity and faithfulness in the Lord. We should do the same. He will remind them of Paul’s lifestyle which is consistent with what he preaches. You will never have influence over others until you are an example to follow.
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