LEADING BY EXAMPLE NO MATTER YOUR AGE – Daily Devotional

Daily Bread Devotional:
Devotional Topic: Leading by Example, No Matter Your Age
READ: 1 Timothy 4

Verse of the Day: 1 Timothy 4:12

Devotional Message:
(1 Timothy 4:12)
"Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity."

Observation:
Timothy was a young leader in the church, and some people may have doubted his abilities simply because of his age. Paul encouraged him not to let that discourage him. Instead, he challenged Timothy to set an example for others through his words, actions, love, faith, and purity.

This verse teaches us a powerful lesson: our age or experience doesn’t define our ability to lead or make a difference in the lives of others. What matters most is how we live our lives and the example we set for those around us. Whether we are young or old, our words should always be kind and uplifting, our actions should reflect honesty and integrity, our love should be genuine, our faith should be strong, and our lives should be pure.

Paul’s advice to Timothy is relevant to all of us today. Sometimes, we may feel that people underestimate us because we are young, inexperienced, or different in some way. But instead of focusing on what others think, we should focus on how we live our lives. We should aim to live in a way that shows God’s love, wisdom, and grace to everyone we meet.

Application:
Let’s think about each area that Paul mentioned, starting with our speech. Words are powerful, and they have the ability to build up or tear down. When we speak, we should ask ourselves if our words are helpful, kind, and true. Are we using our words to encourage others or to criticize? Setting an example in speech means choosing words that bring life and hope to those around us.

Next is conduct, which is about our behavior and how we act in different situations. It’s easy to do the right thing when others are watching, but what about when we are alone or when no one will know? Our actions should always reflect our values and what we believe, even in the smallest choices we make every day.

Love is a powerful way to set an example for others. Genuine love is more than just a feeling; it’s about putting others before ourselves. It means showing kindness, being patient, and forgiving those who hurt us. When we love like Jesus does, people notice the difference.

Faith is also important. It’s about trusting God even when life gets hard or when we don’t have all the answers. Setting an example in faith means holding onto our trust in God no matter what challenges come our way, knowing that He is in control.

Lastly, Paul talks about purity. This isn’t just about staying away from wrong things; it’s about keeping our hearts clean and focused on what is good and right. Purity is about making choices that honor God with our thoughts, words, and actions.

You don’t need to be older or have more experience to make a positive impact on the people around you. You can set an example right now, no matter your age, by living a life that reflects God’s love and truth. People will see how you handle situations, how you treat others, and how you live out your faith. Your example might be the only glimpse of Jesus that some people will ever see.

Prayer:
Lord, help us to be examples of your love and grace in everything we do. Guide our words, actions, and thoughts so that they reflect your goodness. May we lead others closer to you by the way we live our lives. Amen.


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October 18, 2024
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