I urge you, then, be imitators of me.
It was not because we have not that right, but to give you in our conduct an example to imitate.
Brethren, join in imitating me, and mark those who so live as you have an example in us.
Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ.
And you became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you received the word in much affliction, with joy inspired by the Holy Spirit;
Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God; consider the outcome of their life, and imitate their faith.
What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, do; and the God of peace will be with you.
not as domineering over those in your charge but being examples to the flock.
