Philippians 3:17
Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample.
Cross-references
In Philippians 4:9, Paul continues the same exhortation to practice what they learned from him, reinforcing the imitation theme.
Romans 16:17 warns to watch out for divisive people to avoid — contrasting with Paul's positive call here to imitate those who follow his example.
1 Corinthians 4:16 directly parallels: 'Be imitators of me' — the same command to follow Paul's example.
1 Corinthians 10:33 explicitly describes Paul's example of pleasing all for salvation, directly supporting the call to imitate him.
1 Corinthians 11:1 says 'Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ' — a stronger parallel linking imitation to Christ.
1 Thessalonians 1:6 says they became imitators of Paul and the Lord — echoing the same call to imitate.
1 Thessalonians 2:10-14 describes Paul's holy conduct among them — providing the example they are to follow.
2 Thessalonians 3:7 says 'you know how to imitate us' — a direct parallel to the imitation command.
2 Thessalonians 3:7 says 'you know how to imitate us' — a direct parallel to the imitation command.
2 Thessalonians 3:14 instructs to note and avoid the disobedient — contrasting with Paul's call here to follow those who walk according to his example.
In 1 Timothy 4:12, Paul urges Timothy to set an example — reinforcing the call to imitate Paul and follow those who model godly conduct.
Hebrews 13:7 calls believers to imitate their leaders' faith — echoing Paul's charge here to follow those who walk according to his example.
1 Peter 5:3 exhorts elders to be examples to the flock — complementing Paul's call here to follow those who set a godly pattern.
3 John 1:11 directly commands imitating good — reinforcing Paul's call here to imitate him and those who follow his example.
Psalm 37:37 urges marking the blameless — aligning with Paul's instruction to keep your eyes on those who walk according to his example.