Example

I'd rather see a sermon,

than hear one any day

I'd rather one would walk with me

than merely tell the way

The eye's a better pupil

and more willing than the ear

Fine counsel is confusing,

but an example's always clear

And the best of all the preachers 

are the men who live their creeds

For to see good put in action is

what everybody needs

I soon can learn to do it,

if you'll let me see it done

I can watch your hands in action,

but your tongue too fast may run

And the lecture you deliver 

may be very wise and true

But I'd rather get my lessons

by observing what you do

For I might misunderstand you,

and the high advice you give

But there is no misunderstanding

how you act and how you live

~Anonymous