Sunday September 22, 2024 Worship

Preacher: Rev. Maudelin Willock, Pastor
Message: Servanthood and Humility: Characteristics of Greatness
Scripture: Mark 9:33-37
In a culture were greatness cause some to do things that are ungodly, unjust and even criminal, Jesus reminds his disciples that greatness happen when, as disciples, we serve each other. In verse 35, Jesus says, "If anyone desires to be first, he shall be last of all and servant of all."
Contrary to what is believed, Servanthood and Humility does not mean we think of ourself as worthless. I like the way C.S. Lewis speaks about Humility. He said, "Humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less."
The way we are called to humbly serve others for the cause of Christ is to take up our cross and follow Jesus, doing the only thing we have been left to do, "go into all the world and preach the gospel." (Matthew 28:16-20).
Let us remember that while it may be tempting to exalt oneself over others, Scripture tells us in Matthew 23:12, "whoever exalts themself will be humbled and whoever humbles themself will be exalted.
Friends, Jesus promises us a privileged place of a reward with him but first we must refuse the world's offer of greatness and chooses Jesus example of servanthood and humility.
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