CHRISTIAN ROLE MODELS

Hello 👋 friends, we will be discussing about CHRISTIAN ROLE MODELS 

NUMBER ONE: WHO IS A ROLE MODEL?

As Christians, we already know who’s the best ROLE MODEL (Jesus Christ) Himself because He is perfect in all His ways, according to the Holy Bible, He is the only begotten love Son of God, who came to take away the sins of the world. Ephesians 5:1–2 (1, Since you are God's dear children, you must try to be like him. 2, Your life must be controlled by love, just as Christ loved us and gave his life for us as a sweet-smelling offering and sacrifice that pleases God). He is the express image of the Father, with His perfection, nobody can be compared to Him.

Bible describes children as gifts from the Lord, so they are precious, priceless and must be careful handled, and the best caregivers should be the parents. So the fact is parents are the perfect example of a ROLE MODEL to their children, though sometimes, children look up to various role models when they started growing up which help shape their behaviors in life. Some look up to their peers and relatives, teachers, coaches, neighbors, pastors and so much more. The most important thing for a Christian parents is to give their children a role model from early age which will be vital and it will help them, so they won’t chase it in the world.

NUMBER TWO: WHAT ARE THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A CHRISTIAN ROLE MODEL.

It’s true that most role models doesn’t show their pains rather their smiles shines brighter. A role model must be courageous, faithful, humble, dedicated so he/she can influence the public in the right direction. Deuteronomy 31:6 (be determined and confident. Do not be afraid of them. Your God, the Lord himself, will be with you. He will not fail you or abandon you). When parents put God first and are determined, they will train or bring up their children in the ways of the Lord. Though, it’ll not be an easy task but with God’s strength and your confidence in Him..since..only God knows the mind, and if He finds you worthy, your heart desires will be accomplished.

A Christian role model should not be afraid of the public hence he/she is standing on the truth. He/she must have faith in the Lord and even when difficult times arises, he/she must be strong in the Lord and the power of His might. A Christian role model must be dedicated to God’s service and should not be influenced my public opinions, he/she must be humble and honest both to the public or church.

NUMBER THREE: GOALS OF CHRISTIAN ROLE MODELS

Loving, obeying and spreading the gospel of our Lord Jesus and influencing the public with the word of God. 1 Thessalonians 2: 12 (we encouraged you, we comforted you, and we kept urging you to live the kind of life that pleases God, who calls you to share in his own Kingdom and glory). 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13 (11 May our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus prepare the way for us to come to you! 12 May the Lord make your love for one another and for all people grow more and more and become as great as our love for you. 13 In this way he will strengthen you, and you will be perfect and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes with all who belong to him).

If parents can identify these Christian role model and point them to their children, there is always a reward when you serve diligently. 1 Peter 5:4 (And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the glorious crown which will never lose its brightness).

CONCLUSION: Godly role models are the voice of the voiceless, the strength of the weak, the light in the darkness, the joy of the sorrowful....they are always good examples. 

May God lead us to the right role model to our children in Jesus Mighty Name, Amen 🙏.

Peace ☮️ out.