I. PURPOSE OF OUR CALLING.
A. "That we might follow in His steps."
1. Christ's life was an example for us.
a. If you want to know what God desires of you, look at the life of Christ.
2. The closer you are, the easier it is to follow.
3. Comforting to follow in footsteps. You know he has made the way.
a. He does not ask that we should blaze the trail. Just follow His footsteps.
4. "Conformed to the image of His dear Son."
a. Spirit continues to knock off rough edges.
II. THE PATH CHRIST LED.
A. Did no sin.
1. Christ hated and abhorred sin. We have become too tolerant.
B. No guile found in His mouth.
1. Guile means deceit or treachery.
C. When reviled, reviled not again.
1. How satisfying to get the last word. A sharp retort to insult.
D. When He suffered, He threatened not.
1. "I'll get even."
E. Committed Himself to God.
III. THE NATURE OR DISPOSITION OF CHRIST.
A. Love - first to God, second to fellowman - including enemies.
Joy.
Peace.
Long suffering.
Gentle.
Good.
Faithful.
Meek.
Temperate.