Be imitators of me, just as I also am of Messiah.
Brothers and sisters, join in following my example and notice those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. (
You also became imitators of us and of the Lord, having accepted the message in much tribulation, with the joy of the Ruach ha-Kodesh.
I urge you therefore—be imitators of me.
so you will not be sluggish, but imitators of those inheriting the promises through trust and perseverance.
It wasn’t that we had no right, but rather to offer ourselves as an example for you to imitate.
just as I also try to please everyone in everything, not seeking my own benefit but the benefit of many, so that they may be saved.
