1 Thessalonians 1:6:
You became imitators of us and of the Lord, for you welcomed the message in the midst of severe suffering with the joy given by the Holy Spirit.
(NIV)
And you [set yourselves to] become imitators of us and [through us] of the Lord Himself, for you welcomed our message in [spite of] much persecution, with joy [inspired] by the Holy Spirit
(AMP)
And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost.
(KJV)
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O imitators, you slavish herd!
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Ephesians 5:1:
Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children
(NIV)
THEREFORE BE imitators of God [copy Him and follow His example], as well-beloved children [imitate their father].
(AMP)
Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;
(KJV)
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