Answer: We, as followers, are to: 1)
remember them; 2) consider the outcome of their way of life; 3)
imitate their faith; 4) obey them; 4) submit to their authority,
(verses 7 and 17).
MORE INFORMATION AND/OR OTHER SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:
1 Corinthians 16:15-18: "You know
that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia,
and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. I
urge you, brothers, to submit to such as these and to everyone who
joins in the work, and labors at it. I was glad when
Stephanas, Fortunatus and Achaicus arrived, because they have
supplied what was lacking from you. For they refreshed my
spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition."
Hebrews 6:9-12: "Even though we
speak like this, dear friends, we are confident of better things in
your case--things that accompany salvation. God is not
unjust; He will not forget your work and the love you have shown
Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them.
We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, in
order to make your hope sure. We do not want you to become lazy,
but to imitate those who through faith and patience inherit what
has been promised."
3 John 1:11: "Dear friend, do not
imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good
is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen
God."
