Live By A Different Model

Scripture: 41 Now the other ten disciples overheard this, and they became angry and began to criticize Jacob and John. 42 Jesus gathered them all together and said to them, “Those recognized as rulers of the people and those who are in top leadership positions rule oppressively over their subjects, but this is not the example you are to follow. 43 You are to lead by a different model. If you want to be the greatest one, then live as one called to serve others. 44 The path to promotion and prominence comes by having the heart of a bond-slave, who serves everyone. 45 For even the Son of Man did not come expecting to be served by everyone, but to serve everyone, to give his life as the ransom price in exchange for the salvation of many.” (Mark 10:41-45 The Passion) This concept of being a servant, serving others, is so against what the world says we should do. How can being a servant get us to greatness? I’ve heard people say something like, “But if I’m the one washing dishes, how will people know who I am, how great I am?” Jesus came to serve and did serve while on earth, and if we are to follow Jesus, then we must serve. Father God, help me to more and more have the heart of a servant, one who cares about others and their needs. You have given me the example I am to follow. Thank You. AMEN Because I know Your mercy, I will keep putting my trust in you. I know that I can count on You to help no matter what. You will never, no never neglect me as I come to You. Psalm 9
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