Children naturally imitate those they love and trust. In our daily prayer and devotional, we remember how they learn by watching, copying, and repeating what they see. In the same way, God calls His children to imitate Him—to reflect His love, compassion, and holiness in our daily lives.

Emily Rose Massey reminds us that just as parents model godly character for their children, we are called to model our lives after Christ. Jesus’ life was the ultimate picture of selfless love—He “gave Himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Imitating Him means walking in humility, extending grace to others, and choosing love even when it costs us something.

Imitating Christ also means learning from the examples of faithful believers who have gone before us—like Paul, who urged the early Church to follow his example as he followed Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). Paul’s life was marked by joy in suffering and unwavering trust in God. He modeled what it looks like to prioritize God’s glory over comfort and ease.

As we spend time in God’s Word, abide in His presence, and walk alongside other believers, we are shaped into His likeness little by little. This lifelong process of imitation transforms us from the inside out, teaching us to love sacrificially and live for the glory of God rather than for ourselves.

Today's Bible Reading:

"Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God." – Ephesians 5:1-2, ESV

Key Takeaways


We are called to imitate God by walking in love, just as Christ loved and sacrificed for us.


True imitation begins with abiding in Christ and being transformed by His Spirit.


Surround yourself with mentors and believers who model Christlike living.


Every act of selfless love becomes a fragrant offering of worship to God.

Let’s Pray Together

Heavenly Father, thank You for saving me and calling me to walk in Your love. Help me to imitate Christ in every area of my life—my words, actions, and thoughts. Strengthen me to live with humility, grace, and boldness for Your glory. Surround me with believers who encourage me to walk faithfully and remind me to fix my eyes on Jesus, the perfect example of love and obedience. In His name I pray, Amen.

Related Resources


What Does It Mean to Imitate God? – Crosswalk.com


How to Walk in Love Like Jesus – BibleStudyTools.com

Children naturally imitate those they love and trust. In our daily prayer and devotional, we remember how they learn by watching, copying, and repeating what they see. In the same way, God calls His children to imitate Him&mdash;to reflect His love, compassion, and holiness in our daily lives.
Emily Rose Massey reminds us that just as parents model godly character for their children, we are called to model our lives after Christ. Jesus&rsquo; life was the ultimate picture of selfless love&mdash;He &ldquo;gave Himself up for us, a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.&rdquo; Imitating Him means walking in humility, extending grace to others, and choosing love even when it costs us something.
Imitating Christ also means learning from the examples of faithful believers who have gone before us&mdash;like Paul, who urged the early Church to follow his example as he followed Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). Paul&rsquo;s life was marked by joy in suffering and unwavering trust in God. He modeled what it looks like to prioritize God&rsquo;s glory over comfort and ease.
As we spend time in God&rsquo;s Word, abide in His presence, and walk alongside other believers, we are shaped into His likeness little by little. This lifelong process of imitation transforms us from the inside out, teaching us to love sacrificially and live for the glory of God rather than for ourselves.
Today's Bible Reading:
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Key Takeaways
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Every act of selfless love becomes a fragrant offering of worship to God.
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Let&rsquo;s Pray Together
Heavenly Father, thank You for saving me and calling me to walk in Your love. Help me to imitate Christ in every area of my life&mdash;my words, actions, and thoughts. Strengthen me to live with humility, grace, and boldness for Your glory. Surround me with believers who encourage me to walk faithfully and remind me to fix my eyes on Jesus, the perfect example of love and obedience. In His name I pray, Amen.
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Related Resources
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<a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/loveworthfinding/love-worth-finding-may-17-2024.html">What Does It Mean to Imitate God? &ndash; Crosswalk.com</a>
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