Today’s scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7
We have been blessed with so many pillars of faith who have walked before us.
So many godly men and women whose lives are worthy of our imitation.
People like Paul, who went from persecuting followers of Christ to being one of
the great leaders of the Christian faith.
His letters to the first churches, including the one we’re journeying
through now, have inspired and encouraged—and convicted—millions.
People like John, the disciple whom Christ dearly loved. His final book of
Revelation gives us insights into God’s ultimate plan for our eternity with
Him.
People like Corrie ten Boom, who survived incarceration in a Nazi death camp,
and was able to forgive her persecutors.
People like Joni Earekson Tada, a quadriplegic who serves God from her
wheelchair, and whose inspiring story has touched countless lives.
People like my maternal grandfather, whose heart for Christ and love for others
instilled compassion and faith in his daughter, my mom. She in turn continues
to illustrate faith to me.
I’ve learned so much from these examples of faith … and so many others. They
have helped to form my faith. And I’m so grateful for their godly influence.
Whom in your life can you imitate? And who might find inspiration in you?
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