1 Thessalonians 1:6
You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.
Shalom sdr, my devotion today, Tue, Sept. 29, IMITATOR (I Thess. 1:6). Obviously, Paul was a sinner just the same like us. But being a sinner didn’t prevent him to be a model for other people. Paul became the model for the church in Thessalonica. Not only for 1 person but for many people. In what way, Paul became the model for the church:
a. The teaching.
They copied the belief of Paul. Paul has taught them. They received and kept it in their heart.
b. The spirit.
The church copied the enthusiasm in which Paul showed to him. Paul worked extra hard to gave him the gospel. They saw clearly the serioisness in Paul ministry.
c. The sacrifice.
He copied the dedication and sacrifice in which Paul gave as an offering to God. He didn’t ask him money. He didn’t bring troubles to.him. He supported himself.
d. The sanctity.
Paul didn’t only talk, but he showed a holy life. He walked according to what he said. According to the truth. According to the Bible.
Are we ready to face this challenge, to be the model for many people? (ASH)
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