Alyssa, who is 6 and just learning to read, often saw her parents and grandparents reading their Bibles in the morning. Early one day, she woke up before everyone else. Grandma found her sitting on the couch, with her Bible and a devotional booklet on her lap. She wanted to follow the example of spending time with God at the beginning of the day.
Timothy, a young pastor, faced heavy responsibilities in the church at Ephesustraining believers, leading in worship, countering false doctrine. The older, experienced apostle Paul gave him instruction on leading the church in these areas, but he also mentioned the importance of personal conduct. He said, Be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity (1 Tim. 4:12).
Paul challenged Timothy: Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine (v.16). If he paid attention to his own spiritual life and to solid doctrine, he would be a godly example to the church family.
We all have others who are observing us. Even little Alyssa has younger siblings watching her. Lets live our lives in such a way that those who follow our example will help others in their walk with God.
Good Monday Morning Mayor...I pray that I will be a good example to my children and grandchildren.
Love this message this morning, Rus! Thank you for posting these daily to help each of us carry on our daily lives in always remembering our Lord.
Good evening, Mayor.
Thanks you for sharing ODB every day. It is great to get started right every morning.