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Lead by Example




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Was thinking of the idea of leading by example and I think that’s one aspect of what it means to walk as children of light. Ephesians 5:8 says, “For ye were sometimes in darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light.”

In our “walk” we are physically setting an example by each action for others to observe. Each of us has way more influential ability than we may realize. Whether it is in our home to our loved ones and children, our work, our community, in church, and most especially these days, on social media, we are constantly setting an example by our actions. It is important therefore that we constantly review our actions to make sure they align with all that is good and just and light. It is easy to slip off into negativity as we allow others to influence us rather than the other way around where we should be influencing them. Stop frequently throughout the day to re-set yourself to make sure you are walking the walk.

We can greatly influence others in both small and big ways so take the time to make sure your influence is of the light in all things to all people. Remember, actions speak louder than words. “Now the God of peace . . .  Make you perfect in every good work to do His will, working in you that which is well-pleasing.” (Heb 13:20-21)

In the words of Mother Teresa, "We are supposed to preach without preaching not by words, but by our example, by our actions."


Teresa, Mother. Words to Love By. Ave Marie Press. Notre Dame, Indiana. 1983.

About Cheryl Yale-Bruedigam



Cheryl Yale-Bruedigam has been writing spiritually for thirty years. With undergraduate studies in English and women's studies, she devoted over a decade of research and writing to women’s studies and spirituality. Author of What If We Are the Angels and The New Age of Christ (among others), she is now teaching and sharing A Woman's Path to Wholeness Through Biblical Teachings.

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