Set An Example
"Paul talks to youth, in… 1 Timothy 4:12, Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
What kind of example do we set for others? Hopefully you will set a good example!
Here's six ways you can be an example…
- BE AN EXAMPLE IN WORD
Some people use words that are bitter and hurt. Swearing and cursing. Angry and toxic words.
The Bible says that …death and life are in the power of the tongue… (Proverbs 18:21)
May our words be life giving words. Tell the truth. May our words be words that lift, that build, that bless…
- BE AN EXAMPLE IN CONVERSATION
It's talking about how we live our lives. Do we want to please God with our life? To know God. To pray, to worship, to serve God?
Be strong. Be wise. Be a witness. Stand up for honour and truth.
Nehemiah was one who heard about a need - God's city and its broken down walls - and he did something.
Esther was one who risked her life to go into the king to plead for his mercy on the people of Israel.
Noah was one who listened to God, and believed and obeyed God.
- BE AN EXAMPLE IN CHARITY
Charity means love.
God showed His love towards us in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. God wants us to come to know and love Him.
Do we love God? Do we love others? God will help us to love and care about other people.
- BE AN EXAMPLE IN SPIRIT
How is our spirit? Our spirit can be filled with God's Holy Spirit.
John the Baptist was called a burning and shining light.
The Bible says we should be …fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Romans 12:11.
| Sermon ID | 1302617392820 |
| Duration | 05:38 |
| Date | |
| Category | Sunday Service |
| Bible Text | 1 Timothy 4:12 |
| Language | English |