When we meet Christ, we are wired to serve. We have been gifted to make a contribution vs. constantly consuming. The eternal consequences of Christian service compel us to serve the church and the community. Jesus describes Himself as a servant and urges His followers to serve one another.
Passages: John 13; Mark 10:32-45; Philippians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 4:10-12
Jesus redefines greatness as servanthood. We must be called away from the allure of living on the ladder toward the life of carrying the towel.
Passages: Ephesians 4:11; 1 Corinthians 12:8-10; Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 7:7
Spiritual gifts are given by God to build up the church and impact the Kingdom of God. The Holy Spirit empowers each believer with distinctive gifts ...