A waiter?
Community work?
Valet?
Cell phone signal?
Let's take a look at what Jesus thought about service. Matthew 20:28 records him saying:
"...just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many."
Jesus' definition of service included sacrifice. Jesus served us by giving his life up in death.
When was the last time you sacrificed something costly to you when you served someone else? Do a self-check and see if you've given up any of these in the last week for someone else:
- you time
- your money
- your health
- your rescources
- your reputation
God created you to serve like Jesus served. Jesus service was meant to be multiplied through actions of His followers, even in the 21st century.
TRY THIS
First, finish this statement: "I can serve _____________ (insert specific person's name) by March 13th by sacrificing _________________.
Now, act out on that statement and serve that person. By next Friday, you will have served and sacrificed like Jesus.
