The Power Of Example
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The Power OfExample
Ephesians 5:1-2
“Example is always more effective than
teaching.”
“Example is not the main thing in
influencing others. It is the only thing.”
Imitation means to mimic another
person’s behavior
BE IMITATORS OF GOD
• Know the difference between imitation and legalistic devotion.
• Study the person of Jesus and the person who reflects the character of Jesus.
BE IMITATORS OF GOD
• Get to know the person better.
• Be shameless in your imitation of people you admire.
• Be a learner and a doer
BE IMITATORS OF GOD
• We are God’s beloved child.
• We are purchased with a price.
WALK IN LOVE
Love denies self. It is willing to give up self-interest for
God’s sake.
“Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of
love…”
THE POWER OF EXAMPLE