Inspire (to guide by divine influence)
This is an inspiring story about one sister who was led by the example of her co-worker which ultimately brought her into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Empower (to give the desired tools to accomplish the task at hand)
How can we be sure that we are setting a good example for others to follow? The tools we need are found in the scriptures:
Paul, in his epistle to his beloved Timothy, outlined a way whereby we could become our better selves and, at the same time, provide assistance to others who ponder or ask the question, “How can I [find my way], except some man should guide me?” The answer, given by Paul to Timothy, provides an inspired charge to each of us. Let us take heed of his wise counsel: “Be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.” (1 Timothy 4:12)
Act (the process of doing something)
In your journal, or notebook write down the six ways that Paul exhorts us to be an example:
- In Word
- In Conversation
- In Charity
- In Spirit
- In Faith
- In Purity
Then, search the scriptures to find instances from the life of our Savior where He taught by example how we can be better examples of these principles. Make a list of Christlike attributes that you could strengthen as you strive to be a better example to your family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers.
