You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous and blameless we were among you who believed. For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory.
— 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

By his words and example Paul encouraged the Thessalonians to live in such a way that would be worthy of God. Is there anything about your daily life that would embarrass God? What do people think of God from watching you? What do your children think? No loving father would neglect the safety of his children, allowing them to walk into circumstances that might be harmful or fatal. In the same way, we must live the gospel out to our children and to new believers and take them under our wings until they are mature enough to stand firm on their faith. We must help them become strong enough to influence others for the sake of the gospel.
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