For you yourselves know how you ought to follow us, for we were not disorderly among you;
But we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you withdraw from every brother who walks disorderly and not according to the tradition which he received from us.
not because we do not have authority, but to make ourselves an example of how you should follow us.
Therefore I urge you, imitate me.
Imitate me, just as I also imitate Christ.
Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.
in all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine showing integrity, reverence, incorruptibility,
Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
You are witnesses, and God also, how devoutly and justly and blamelessly we behaved ourselves among you who believe;
The things which you learned and received and heard and saw in me, these do, and the God of peace will be with you.
nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock;
Now we exhort you, brethren, warn those who are unruly, comfort the fainthearted, uphold the weak, be patient with all.
She perceives that her merchandise is good, And her lamp does not go out by night.