Jesus as Just an Example? (Keller)

It is a biblical concept for Christians to imitate Christ (1 Cor. 11:1; 1 Thes. 1:6, etc.). Of course we can't imitate Jesus perfectly, but one aspect of living the Christian life is seeking to being like Christ. When we - with the help of the Spirit - imitate Christ, it brings glory to God …

“How I Wish Them To Be Saved” (Calvin)

 Jesus left an example for his followers in how to act when suffering for doing good.  This is what Peter talks about in 1 Peter 2:21-23.  To say it in another way, when we suffer for following Christ in obedience to God, we should act in a Christ-like way through it all, following his example. …