Following the example of Jesus is central to the Christian walk. His life serves as the perfect model of love, humility, and obedience to God. Here are five Bible verses from the King James Version (KJV) that emphasize the importance of following Jesus’ example:
- 1 Peter 2:21 (KJV)
- “For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps.”
- John 13:15 (KJV)
- “For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you.”
- Philippians 2:5-7 (KJV)
- “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men.”
- Ephesians 5:1-2 (KJV)
- “Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.”
- 1 John 2:6 (KJV)
- “He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked.”
These verses highlight the call to emulate Jesus in our daily lives, reflecting His love, humility, and obedience to God’s will. Following Jesus means striving to live a life that honors Him and demonstrates His teachings through our actions.
