Nov 23 2007
Servanthood – part 1
Which of the six characteristics of real servants offers the greatest challenge to me?
The Purpose Driven Life, p. 264
The characteristics list is:
- Availability
- Attention to Needs
- Do the best of their abilities
- Equal dedication
- Faithful to their ministries
- Low profile
Currently my biggest challenge is making myself available. Perhaps I’m keeping myself too busy at work and home. Or perhaps I’m always waiting for an opportunity to arise. That’s actually my 2nd challenge, not being sensitive enough to figure out the needs of others. I’m always focused on the needs of someone higher up than me (and I don’t mean God). I should continue to look around and be aware of the needs of other believers, my peers, neighbours, and even strangers! The bible says in Galatians 3:10 (NIV):
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
As the need arises, I must take the opportunity to help. My struggle is when it’s inconvenient, it’s going to stop me from serving. Saddleback Church is 21 miles from my house and $10 toll fees (both ways). I’ve chosen this church because of its great leaders and wonderful teaching. Now I realize “sacrifices” has to be made to make myself available to serve. I know God will use me to serve Him and I will be available when He calls.
Lord, please give me the ears to listen to your calling, and the heart to serve you with all of my mind and strength. Amen.
