Articles Tagged 'Example' (Page 2)

For over 30 years, Heartlight has shared articles to help people live for Jesus in everyday life. While we are no longer publishing new articles, this enduring collection features relevant pieces throughout the year to encourage faith, offer biblical perspective, and speak to real-world joys and struggles.

They're Always Watching You!

by Alan Smith · Deuteronomy 6:5-9 · Example

A child buys a car online because he has learned to imitate the actions of his mother on a computer and this is a powerful reminder that our kids are always watching us

So how in the world did they learn to do that kind of thing?

Hear the Echo?

by Larry Davies · Luke 6:27-28 · Forgiveness

We create echoes by our life, so what kind of echo will you hear from the people around you?

What will people hear from you?

The Dancing Duck

by Alan Smith · Matthew 5:16-17 · Light

A duck that dances on a pot reveals the secret to shining our light and keeping our candle lit so that we can influence others.

Do you know how to make a duck dance on an upsidedown pot?

Fragrance

by Patrick D. Odum · 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 · Example

We are to carry the distinctive fragrance of Jesus with us anywhere we go.

What, or who, do you smell like?

Making Life Count

by Johnnie Ann Burgess Gaskill · Philippians 1:18-20 · Example

If we want our lives to count, we have to be willing to face hard times.

What mark will your life leave on the world if you go through it unscathed?

Here Comes Santa Claus

by Phil Ware · 2 Corinthians 3:18 · Christmas

Getting a chance to play Santa Claus opens up a deep joy and a reminder that we need to be Jesus to those around us.

When was the last time you played this part?

Cloud of Witnesses

by Patrick D. Odum · Hebrews 12:1-2 · Leadership · Remember

We must remember those who have gone before us and learn the lessons they have left us!

What do you know about those who have gone before you?

Are You Nice?

by Mike Barres · Philemon 1:7 · Influence

Being nice is important if we are going to influence others.

So is it really important that we are nice and courteous?

I Messed Up Your Butter

by Russ Lawson · John 13:44-45 · Example

When the world sees us, do we show that we are willing to admit our failures and seek to make things right?

Are you willing to admit your offenses?

How Will You Be Remembered?

by Mike Barres · Hebrews 13:7

How we are remembered will have a huge impact on our how our children's lives turn out.

Will those who come behind us find us faithful?

When You Thought I Wasn't Looking

by Alan Smith · Matthew 5:14-16 · Parenting

People are watching us all the time and learn from watching what is important to us and to them.

What do you think they see?

A Lesson in Priorities

by Rubel Shelly · Ephesians 6:4

A coach's first responsibility is to coach his own son!

Would you have had the courage to make this right choice?

Me, A Doormat?

by Larry Zinck · Mark 10:43-45 · Service

While we don't like the thought of being a doormat, the example of Jesus teaches us some things about our need to serve others.

Come on, Jesus wouldn't want us to lay down our life like this, would he?

Aunt Vera

by Tom Norvell · Philippians 4:4-13 · Example

An aunt doesn't appear on the surface to make that much difference, but when you look a little more closely, she can make a world of difference.

What difference does a distant aunt really make?

Like Father

by Russ Lawson · Philippians 2:5-8 · Example · Fatherhood

We have a profound impact on others through our example.

Look how far will they go to follow your example?

Did Jesus Wear Glasses?

by Danny Sims · Jesus · Incarnation · Vision

To remember anew how God sees me through the lenses of His love is a priceless gift. I was reminded in communion last Sunday, looking at my son, seeing God's son.

Do we know the real Jesus?

Bobby

by Tom Norvell · Mark 10:43-45 · Leadership · Mentoring · Example

Some people make an indelible memory on your heart because they are servants.

I will miss him!

Remember

by Phil Ware · Hebrews 13:7-8 · Leadership · Mentoring · Encourage

Let's focus on the people who have been a blessing, a strength, an encouragement, and not on the baser side of things: let's honor our leaders and mentors.

Can you remember who helped you the most?

Good Enough

by Bruce Logue · 1 Peter 2:12 · Christian Living · Attitude · Example

Mediocrity is so commonplace we've come to accept it as normal. But as Christians we're called to a higher standard of excellence.

As God-followers, we can do better than just good enough.

Have You Caught This Aroma?

by Melva Cooper · 2 Corinthians 2:14-16 · Christian Living · Jesus · Example

God wants people to smell the aroma of Christ when they are around us!

What do you smell like?

Do You Shine?

by Larry Zinck · Philippians 2:14-15 · Christian Living · Jesus · Example

Christians should be recognizable because their behavior and conduct match that of Jesus.

If someone were to see you, would you match with Jesus?

This Won't Surpise You

by Rubel Shelly · Philippians 4:9

The greatest tone setter for ethics in the market place is the boss!

Who influeces what others do?

Do The Right Thing?

by Russ Lawson · 1 Peter 4:3-5 · Christian Living · Character · Identity

Don't let peer pressure make you do what is wrong; just do the right thing.

Does peer pressure have you doing the wrong thing?

Who Influences Whom?

by Alan Smith · Matthew 5:13-16 · Character · Witnessing · Influence

Who has the greatest influence, you on the world or the world on you?

So who really made Bill Clinton President?

Doing the Right Thing

by Russ Lawson · Luke 6:28 · Christian Living · Forgiveness · Character

Doing the right thing is hard, but the retirement benefits make it worth the effort -- just ask Jesus!

It sure is hard doing the right thing.

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