more about serving

Yesterday I talked about the art of servanthood and said this … do something for someone who generally does that for you. I mean turn the tables, change the method, think of that person that has done so much in serving you and go serve them.

It is a new way of thinking or living. It is servanthood at its height and best. It was seen in the greatest giving to the least. That is not the “Robin Hood” mentality of taking from the rich to give to the poor. It is simply recognizing those who do for you and doing for them.

Colossians 3:24 NLT

Remember that the Lord will give you an inheritance as your reward, and that the Master you are serving is Christ.

Here are some quotes about being a servant:

"What you do has far greater impact than what you say.” - Steven Covey

"Memories of our lives, of our works and our deeds will continue in others.” - Rosa Parks

"A life isn't significant except for its impact on others lives.” - Jackie Robinson

Faithful servants never retire. You can retire from your career, but you will never retire from serving God. - Rick Warren

That is just a few. May we be found serving and sharing more often than we serve served!

Proverbs 3:27 NLT

Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your power to help them.

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