Follow His Footsteps

Most of us are familiar with the story FOOTPRINTS (in the sand), but I want to tell you a story about FOOTSTEPS (in the snow).

When our son was little (maybe 2 or 3 or 4), I saw him following behind his father, who was walking in the snow.  The snow must've been knee-high for my husband (but hip-high for my son)...so, to make it easier for our son to follow him, he shortened his steps and slowed down his pace.  That made it easier for our son to follow in his father's footsteps.  And father was setting a good EXAMPLE for his son to follow.  He led him and kept his eye on him--both walking close together.

In like manner, we are our Father's children...and we are to follow Him.  He keeps His eye on us and we're to stay focused on Him....following in His footsteps....following His EXAMPLE.

Remember--some may only be able to "see Jesus" through your EXAMPLE!  So beware--they're watching you...and some might follow your lead.  Therefore, BE A GOOD (CHRIST-LIKE) EXAMPLE!!!

Read the following EXAMPLES in Scripture: 

I Peter 2:21 - Christ's example.
II Thessalonians 3:9 - Be an example yourself.
I Timothy 4:12 - Paul was Timothy's example (his spiritual father and mentor); Timothy was an
     example to others.
Jude 7 - Two cities who set bad examples.