2 Thessalonians 3:9

American Standard Version (1901)

not because we have not the right, but to make ourselves an ensample unto you, that ye should imitate us.

See the chapter Copy

For yourselves know how ye ought to imitate us: for we behaved not ourselves disorderly among you;

nor seeking glory of men, neither from you nor from others, when we might have claimed authority as apostles of Christ.

But let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.

For hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, that ye should follow his steps:

For I have given you an example, that ye also should do as I have done to you.

no wallet for your journey, neither two coats, nor shoes, nor staff: for the laborer is worthy of his food.

I beseech you therefore, be ye imitators of me.

neither as lording it over the charge allotted to you, but making yourselves ensamples to the flock.