Faith for Everyday

Be Thou an Example

Edwine Mbuzaa

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What does it mean to truly live out your faith? Today's devotional unpacks Paul's powerful charge to Timothy: "Let no man despise thy youth, but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith and in purity." This timeless instruction speaks to believers of all ages and backgrounds, reminding us that our most powerful witness may not be what we say, but how we live.

The message explores six dimensions where our Christian example should shine: our words, our lifestyle, our love for others, our attitudes, our trust in God, and our moral choices. Each area presents daily opportunities to reflect Christ to a watching world. Through practical insights, we're reminded that being an example doesn't require perfection—it requires consistency between what we believe and how we live.

Think about those who influenced your own faith journey. Wasn't it their lived example, more than their words alone, that made the deepest impression? Your life holds the same potential. Someone in your sphere of influence may need to see faith lived out authentically before they can believe. Your everyday choices and responses to life's challenges may be speaking volumes about the reality of Christ.

The devotional closes with a powerful reminder that being Christ's example isn't about drawing attention to ourselves but pointing others to Him. Every word, action, and choice either reflects His light or obscures it. Live boldly and faithfully today, knowing God can use your life to shine His truth in places words alone might never reach. Who might be watching your faith journey, and what will they see?

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Living as an example of Christ. Let no man despise thy youth, but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith and in purity. Hello and welcome to day 229 of Faith for Every Day. Today we turn to a verse that speaks to every believer, regardless of age or background Be thou an example of the believers. Paul wrote these words to young Timothy, encouraging him not to be discouraged because of his youth, but to live in a way that reflects Christ so powerfully that others could not ignore it. This reminder is not only for Timothy. It is for you and me today. Wherever you are in life, you are called to live as an example of Christ. Notice the areas Paul highlights in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith and in purity. That covers every part of our daily lives. In word, what you say matters. Your words should reflect kindness, truth and encouragement. In conversation, this reflects your lifestyle, how you live when others are watching and even when they are not. In charity, your love for others should be real, not just spoken, but shown in action. Should be real, not just spoken, but shown in action. In spirit, let your heart be marked with humility, joy and a willingness to serve In faith. Hold fast to what you believe, trusting God in every situation In purity. Keep your heart and life clean, honoring God with your choices and relationships.

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Living as an example of Christ does not mean you have to be perfect none of us are but it does mean striving to live consistently with what you believe. It means letting your faith shape the way you speak, act and respond to the challenges in life. Think about the people who influenced your faith journey. Chances are it was not just what they said, but how they lived that left a lasting impression. In the same way, your life may be the witness someone else needs to see before they can believe in the truth of the gospel.

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As we close today, remember this being an example of Christ is not about drawing attention to yourself, but about pointing others to him. Every chance, every word, every action can either reflect his light or hide it. Choose to live in such a way that others see Jesus in you. You may never know who is watching, but God does us in you. You may never know who is watching, but God does, and he can use your life to shine his truth in places you may never reach with words. So live boldly, live faithfully and be an example of Christ wherever you are. Thank you very much for joining me for day 229 of Faith for Every Day. Keep living with purpose, keep growing in faith and let your life be the testimony that draws others closer to Jesus. I look forward to being with you again tomorrow. Thank you very much for listening. © BF-WATCH TV 2021.