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Servanthood
December 12th, 2008
Matthew 20:20-28
~ The way to GREATNESS is the way of service (opposite to the world).
Luke 17:7-10
~ The ATTITUDE of a servant: "I have only done my duty."
- There is no complaining or expectation of reward.
Philippians 2:3-11
~ Do NOTHING out of selfish ambition or vain conceit.
- Consider other peoples needs as MORE IMPORTANT than your own.
- When was the last time you served without being asked ?
- For Jesus to come to earth was the supreme act of humble servanthood.Þ We must IMMITATE His selfless example in our everyday living.
Proverbs 3:27-28
~ Do not DELAY in serving others.
Proverbs 14:35
~ A King (God) takes great DELIGHT in a wise servant.
- Are you being a shameful servant in any way ?
Galatians 6:2-10
~ How have you done in CARRYING OTHER PEOPLES BURDENS this week ?
- NB: If you haven't been doing this then you are not fulfilling the law of Christ!
- Never become WEARY of doing good.· Use each and every opportunity to serve.
John 13:1-7
~ Jesus demonstrates for us an example of UNCONDITIONAL love and servanthood.
- When was the last time you washed your disciples feet ?
Colossians 3:23-24
~ Serve with ALL YOUR HEART !!
- Realise that it is the Lord - Jesus - that you are serving, not men.