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  A COMMENTARY UPON CHRIST'S LIFE
  by Thomas Brooks
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Summary: Christians are called to live exemplary lives that reflect
Christ's teachings and character, influencing others and making their
lives a commentary on His life.

Topics: "Christian Example", "Living Faithfully"
Scripture References: Matthew 5:16, Matthew 7:20, Ephesians 5:8, Philippians 2:15, Colossians 3:17, 1 Timothy 4:12, Titus 2:7-8, James 1:22, 1 Peter 2:21, 1 John 2:6

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Thomas Brooks emphasizes the importance of Christians living exemplary
lives that reflect Christ's teachings. He highlights that while precepts
can instruct, it is the examples of believers that truly persuade
others. Christians are called to be lights in the world, demonstrating
good works that glorify God and serve as a commentary on Christ's life.
Brooks urges believers to ensure their actions align with their words,
as their lives are under constant observation. Ultimately, he encourages
Christians to follow Christ's example in all aspects of their lives.

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"Let your light shine before men, so that they

may see your good works and give glory to

your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

Christians are distinguished from all others,

by their lives and by their examples.

Be exemplary to those among whom you live.

Precepts may instruct, but examples persuade.

Truly, your examples will have a very great influence

upon those who are under you. Therefore you had

need be angelic in your walkings and actings. You

are lights upon a hill, and therefore every eye will

be upon you. Those who can find no ears to hear

what you say, will find many eyes to see what you

do. Oh therefore, be exemplary both in lip and life,

in word and work. Oh see that your lives are a

commentary upon Christ's life.

"Leaving you an example, so that you should follow

in His steps." 1 Peter 2:21

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Source: https://sermonindex.net/speakers/thomas-brooks/a-commentary-upon-christs-life/
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