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The Power of Example: Imitating God's Love in Our Daily Lives

Ephesians 5:1-2 calls us to be imitators of God, highlighting the profound impact of example over mere teaching. True imitation involves mimicking the behavior of Jesus Christ and reflecting His character. It is essential to understand the difference between mere imitation and legalistic devotion. As beloved children of God, we are encouraged to shamelessly emulate those we admire, learning and doing as we walk in love. This journey of love requires self-denial and a willingness to prioritize God's interests above our own.

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The Power of Example: Imitating God's Love in Our Daily Lives

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  1. Ephesians 5:1-2 The Power Of Example

  2. “Example is always more effective than teaching.” “Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.”

  3. Be Imitators of God Imitation means to mimicanother person’s behavior

  4. 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.

  5. 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

  6. Walk in Love • We are God’s beloved child. • We are purchased with a price.

  7. The Power of example 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…”

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