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MODELLING YOUR LIFESTYLE AFTER CHRIST

The life of Jesus Christ serves is a perfect example for everyone desiring to fellowship with God in Heaven. As believers, we are called to imitate His teachings, mimic His behavioural pattern, and replicate His lifetime character in every aspect of our lives. When we model our lifestyle after Christ, we strive to be more like Him, showing love, humility, and compassion towards others. In this article, we will explore the importance of modelling our lifestyle after Christ and how we can achieve this based on the teachings and principles enunciated in the Holy Bible.


First and foremost, Jesus Christ lived a life of selflessness. He was found to always consider others before Himself thereby prioritizing serving others rather than seeking personal gratification. In Matthew 20:28, it is written, "Even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many." By serving others, we reflect Christ's nature and demonstrate His love in our everyday interactions with family, friends, and even strangers.


Jesus Christ also exemplified love and forgiveness. His message centred around loving one another as He loved us. In John 13:34-35, Jesus instructs His disciples, "A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples if ye have love one to another." When we forgive others, show kindness, and extend fellowship, we reflect the love and forgiveness that Christ displayed throughout His lifetime ministry to others.


Furthermore, Jesus Christ consistently demonstrated humility. Despite being the Son of God, He humbled Himself and willingly took on the role of a servant. Philippians 2:7-8 states, "But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross." We can follow Christ's example by humbling ourselves before others, esteeming others better than ourselves thereby putting their needs before ours, and valuing their opinions in different perspectives.


Another vital aspect of modelling our lifestyle after Christ is living a life of integrity. Jesus Christ was without sin, and He calls us to live lives that are blameless and upright. In 1 Peter 2:21-22, it is written, "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth." As believers, we should strive for a lifestyle that is characterized by honesty, purity, and transparency, reflecting Christ's impeccable character.


Finally, modelling our lifestyle after Christ also involves sharing the good news of the Gospel with others. Jesus Christ spent His life preaching and teaching about God's kingdom, and He commanded His disciples to do the same. Mark 16:15 states, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." We should actively seek opportunities to share the message of salvation, invite others to experience the transformative power of Christ in their lives and promote the Kingdom of God.


In conclusion, modelling our lifestyle after Christ is a lifelong journey that requires constant surrender and devotion. By imitating His selflessness, love, forgiveness, humility, integrity, and evangelistic spirit, we become living testimonies of His grace and mercy. As we strive to follow His teachings, let us remember the words of Galatians 2:20, "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless, I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." May our lives reflect the beautifully radiant pattern of Holiness which Christ taught transformatively, in Jesus Name , Amen.


 


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