For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many. Mark 10:45
Don’t be selfish; don’t try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too. You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Philippians 2:3-5
Serving As Jesus Would Serve Means We Serve In a Way That Meets Specific Needs
“What do you want me to do for you?” Jesus asked. “My rabbi,” the blind man said, “I want to see!” Mark 10:51
Serving As Jesus Would Serve Means We Serve Holistically
The Spirit of the LORD is upon me, for he has anointed me to bring Good News to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim that captives will be released, that the blind will see, that the oppressed will be set free, and that the time of the LORD’s favor has come. Luke 4:18-19
Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing, and you say, “Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well”—but then you don’t give that person any food or clothing. What good does that do? James 2:15-16
Serving As Jesus Would Serve Means We Serve Compassionately
When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Matthew 9:36
Serving As Jesus Would Serve Means We Serve Selflessly
For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. Galatians 5:13
Serving As Jesus Would Serve Means We Serve With Grace
“Love your enemies! Do good to them. Lend to them without expecting to be repaid. Then your reward from heaven will be very great, and you will truly be acting as children of the Most High, for he is kind to those who are unthankful and wicked. Luke 6:35
To Serve As Jesus Served, We Must Be Intentional
Anyone who wants to be my disciple must follow me, because my servants must be where I am. And the Father will honor anyone who serves me. John 12:26
“But why did you need to search?” he asked. “Didn’t you know that I must be in my Father’s house?” Luke 2:49
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