Serving with His Heart: Ministry that Transforms
Opening Scripture
"For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." - Mark 10:45
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." - 1 Peter 4:10
Today's Reflection
Building upon our understanding of discipleship, we now explore how mature faith naturally expresses itself through serving others. Jesus demonstrated that true greatness in God's kingdom manifests through servant leadership—a revolutionary concept that continues to challenge our human tendencies toward self-promotion and personal comfort.
Consider the profound moment when Jesus washed His disciples' feet (John 13:1-17). This act wasn't merely about humility—it revealed the very heart of God. Jesus, "knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he had come from God and was going back to God," chose to serve. This tea…
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