Christ our example
| Reference | Admonition, in substance | Link to teaching concerning Christ’s person and work |
|---|---|---|
| Rom. 15:2, 3 | Please the neighbor | “for Christ also pleased not himself.” |
| Rom. 15:7 | Extend a hearty welcome to each other. (Receive one another.) | “just as Christ also welcomed (received) you.” |
| 2 Cor. 8:7–9 | Abound in the grace of giving to the needy | “for you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, that through his poverty you might become rich.” |
| Eph. 5:2 | Walk in love | “just as Christ also loved you, and gave himself up for us.” |
| Phil. 2:3–8 | Be humble and unselfish | “which (disposition) is also in Christ Jesus, who … emptied himself … took on the form of a servant … humbled himself and became obedient even to the extent of death; yes, death by a cross.” |
| Col. 3:13 | Forgive | “just as Christ has forgiven you.” |