example of…
Christ’s example
For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps… —1 Peter 2:21 NKJV
For I [Christ] have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you. —John 13:15 NKJV
Pastors’ example to their flocks
Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern. —Philippians 3:17 NKJV
…to make ourselves an example of how you should follow us —2 Thess. 3:9; 1 Timothy 4:12 NKJV
…nor as being lords over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock… —1 Peter 5:3 NKJV
Prophets example—suffering affliction
My brethren, take the prophets, who spoke in the name of the Lord, as an example of suffering and patience. —James 5:10 NKJV
The Jews who were being a bad example
Therefore let us be diligent to enter that rest, so that no one will fall, through following the same example of disobedience. —Hebrews 4:11 NASB