Editors note: For the month of October, our focus verse is found in Matthew 20:28. It states that, “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 is calling the disciples (and all who are in Christ) to follow the same path to greatness: humble, sacrificial service to each other.
Each one of us is called to be a servant and have been given gifts used by God to serve others.
1 Peter 4:10 “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.”
As a child, I was in church and watched others serve, so this was just part of the culture I grew up to know. I did not question the why, how, or where of these actions. After I accepted Christ as my Savior, then I began to wonder about the gifts that Jesus gave me. I do not know that I ever actually asked what my gifts were, I just started serving others. First, I began in the music ministry. Yes, I sang specials in front of the congregation! I was never one to speak to a group of people, but I could sing of God’s glory!
There have been several ministries that I have been involved with over the years in different churches: music ministry, children’s ministry, Bible studies, administrative, and hospitality. My husband, Robert, and I now serve on the coffee team and host a life group at Harvest Christian Fellowship. Serving others also continues outside of our local church in our community and where we work.
Hebrews 6:10 “For God is not unjust so as to overlook your word, and the love that you have shown for His name in serving the saints, as you still do.”
As I began to pray about my personal gifts, I began to realize how gifts were meant to help others. God wants me to glorify Him and bless others. This is what I am created to do! I find joy in serving!
Colossians 3:23-24 says, “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.”
This is one of my favorite quotes from Ann Voskamp: “When you are waiting, do what waiters do: Serve”
Aren’t we waiting for something most of the time? We wait for God to speak to us, for prayers to be answered, for life changing events, and for changes that come in each season of our own lives.
Serving is a sacrifice of praise. Colossians 3:17 “And whatever you do, do in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”
How are you using your gifts to honor God? Look around and there will always be an opportunity to serve others. Galatians 6:10 “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.”
We would like to thank Sharon Biles for writing this blog post.
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