Biblical Principles

Followers of Paul as he followed Christ

1 Corinthians 11:1  

Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.

Philippians 3:17  

Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you.

Followers of God

Ephesians 5:1  

Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children

Followers of the faithful and patient

Hebrews 6:12  

We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what has been promised.

Children in malice

1 Corinthians 14:20  

Brothers, stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be adults.

Men in understanding

1 Corinthians 14:20  

Brothers, stop thinking like children. In regard to evil be infants, but in your thinking be adults.

Steadfast

1 Corinthians 15:58  

Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.

Strong in the Lord

1 Corinthians 16:13  

Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong.