Introduction

• We are an example to everyone around us.
• Do we understand how influential we are?

How are Christians commanded to act?

• As “salt of the earth” and “light of the world”
  • Matthew 5:13-16; Philippians 4:14-15
• Having honorable conduct and good works
  • I Peter 2:11-12
• Striving to win souls with our conduct
  • I Peter 3:1-2 – You can speak without saying a word!
• Walking worthily and being fruitful
  • Colossians 1:9-12

What might they know about us?

• Lessons from a letter.

What our example shows

• Diligence and work ethic
  • II Thessalonians 3:10; I Timothy 5:8; Galatians 6:4-5; Colossians 3:23
• Care and concern for family
  • Proverbs 31:27, 15; 13:24; 19:18; Ephesians 6:1-2, 4; Proverbs 22:6
• Care and concern for others
  • Proverbs 31:20; Acts 2:44-45; James 1:27
• A friendly nature despite unpleasant circumstances
  • Acts 26:2; James 1:2-3; Acts 16:22-25; James 5:13; Philippians 4:11-13
• A family attending every assembly
  • Acts 8:4; Hebrews 10:24-25
• Love and faith in God
  • Philemon 1:4-7; James 2:18

Conclusion

• Romans 1:16-17; I Peter 4:11