Follow His Example

Therefore become imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father]; Ephesians 5:1 AMP

One of the greatest accomplishments in life is to create an original. There is great value in originals. The Mona Lisa, the most famous painting in the world, is an original painting created by Leonardo da Vinci. In 1962 it was insured for $100 million dollars. It is estimated that the current value to be about $850 million dollars. If you desire to be a painter then Leonardo da Vinci is the person to imitate.

Now the verse tells us to imitate God. You see, there is none that can compare to our God. He is the best at what He does. Nobody loves like Him. John 3:16 says, “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” No one can put a price on the value on God’s love. Love influences the actions of man of the earth. So if you want to imitate anyone, imitate God and His love. You will find it would make a difference in your life. When you imitate Leonardo da Vinci there is no guarantee that you would paint like him. However, if you imitate God, He will empower you to love like Him.

Thought for Today: Imitate God and change your life

Have a blessed day and walk in faith and victory.