Serve the world...

We, the church of Jesus Christ, serve the world.

Hear Jesus’ words to his followers. “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:14-16, NIV)

And this from Paul in Galatians 6:9-10, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” (NIV)

Do good to ALL people. Service should be a way of life for us. We have been served by the greatest servant of all time, Jesus himself. Our savior “did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death – even death on a cross!” (Philippians 2:6-8, NIV)

We follow in his footsteps, offering help and love and honor to everyone – for their good and for the glory of God.

Do you want to be great in God’s kingdom? That’s the question I’ve put before you all this week. I ask it of myself as well. Listen to Jesus’ words as you make your choice.

“…whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave…” (Matthew 20:26-27, NIV)

Will you choose God’s way to greatness? Will you serve the church, your family, the world? This is your calling.

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