'For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.' (Mark 10:45)
'True greatness in the kingdom of God consists not in position or authority but in serving one another' (Jerry Bridges)
Christianity is unique in that we worship a Lord who came to serve. On the night of His death, He was serving his disciples by washing their feet. (Whereas I would probably be howling in a corner somewhere, begging 'Please God, don't let me die!)
Therefore, we can be thankful that God creates numerous opportunities for us to imitate His Son and reach true greatness by serving others. There are so many ways this can be done, from serving tea and coffee after a Sunday service, to helping put away chairs, to little jobs in the home, such as offering to wash up.
But no matter how many opportunities God creates for us to serve, they are no good unless we have the right attitude and desire to serve, looking with open eyes and seeing what needs doing.
So we can also be thankful that the Holy Spirit is changing us each day, making us more receptive to these chances.
Thank you God. Make me a servant for your glory!
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