Wednesday, April 22 Christ suffered for you, leaving a model for you to follow his steps closely.​—1 Pet. 2:21.

[Áine]

Wednesday, April 22

Christ suffered for you, leaving a model for you to follow his steps closely.—1 Pet. 2:21.

 

Jesus set a perfect example of how to cope with injustice. Consider the unjust treatment he experienced, both from family and from outsiders. His unbelieving relatives accused him of being out of his mind, the religious leaders accused him of collaborating with the demons, and Roman soldiers mocked him, physically assaulted him, and eventually killed him. (Mark 3:21, 22; 14:55; 15:16-20, 35-37) Yet, Jesus endured all that injustice and more without retaliating. What can we learn from his example? (1 Pet. 2:21-23) Jesus left us a perfect model to follow when we are dealing with an injustice. He knew when to remain silent and when to speak. (Matt. 26:62-64) He did not reply to every false statement made about him. (Matt. 11:19) When he did speak, he did not insult his persecutors or threaten them. w24.11 4-5 ¶9-10

[Brad Smith]

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It says he left a model.
 

Not a theory. Not a concept. A model. Something you’re supposed to actually trace your steps over. Closely. Not admire it from a distance. Not quote it. Follow it.