Be Thou an Example of the Believers “Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity” 1Timothy 4:12

Let No Man Despise Thy Youth Let no one look down on your youthfulness Give no man an occasion to despise thy youth Don't let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you teach, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.

An Example of the Believers 2Timothy 2:22 Romans 13:14 1Thesalonians 5:22 Galatians 5:16-17, James 1:15 –Worldliness

But be thou an example... In Word –Speaking well of one another –“... Think and speak well of him, and put the best construction on all he does”

But be thou an example... In Conversation – In your way of life or behavior –Conducting oneself in a way that allows your light to shine –The Golden Rule

But be thou an example... In Charity –Love for those who treat you well and those who persecute you –“Honor your father and mother...” –Galatians 6:1,2

But be thou an example... In Spirit –Proper attitude –Joy to the elders –Faithful friend –Philippians 2:2-4

But be thou an example... In Faith –Trusting God in good and bad times –Joseph in the house of Pharaoh

But be thou an example... In Purity –Sexual purity Styles of today We do not want someone to like us for the wrong reason –“ Appropriate Clothing for School” –Integrity of life

“Neglect not the gift that is in thee” 1Timothy 4:14. Assisting one another Attendance Visiting elders