"Self-seeking, half-hearted service never glorifies God. And one of the reasons actually why it doesn’t glorify God is because such a person’s motive is always wrapped up in himself." Derek Prince. Matthew 6:24 NLT “No one can serve two masters. For you will hate one and love the other; you will be devoted to one … Continue reading Half-Hearted Service
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Be a Bridge: Serve Others!
“God wants to use you right where you are. Every day you probably come in contact with people who will never enter a church, or talk with a pastor, or open a Bible—and God wants to use you to point them to Christ. You may be the ‘bridge’ God would use to bring them to … Continue reading Be a Bridge: Serve Others!
Follow Jesus and Serve with Humility
When asked to explain humility, we are at a loss to articulate our feelings. C. S. Lewis said, "Humility is not thinking less of yourself, it's thinking of yourself less. This is often difficult, especially when we concentrate only on what benefits us personally. Man seeks to set himself on the high places; they are … Continue reading Follow Jesus and Serve with Humility
Called to Live in Freedom
“Freedom is something that is related to the very heart and core of the Gospel of the grace of God. The Bible teaches that there is a bondage which men have who are in sin, but once a man has been converted to Jesus Christ freedom becomes a part of his very nature.” Bily Graham. … Continue reading Called to Live in Freedom
Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!
When I was a child, children were seen and not heard; in other words, children didn't have a voice. Nowadays, we wish that we can hear them less at times. The things that come out of their mouths shock you. But, there are children who experience the love of God and change comes into their … Continue reading Children in Ministry? Jesus Endorsed It!
Women in Ministry: There is a Place for You
Our churches are made up of people. There are men, women, and young people serving in our churches. I know that in these days and times, it's not the in thing to do. Modern thinking had no place for God and society, it seems, dismisses the existence of God. However, as people of faith, we … Continue reading Women in Ministry: There is a Place for You
Rewarded for Exceptional Service
Every assignment is different, and teachers understand that better than most. Every year you greet a different group of students to nurture for the new school year. Some years you believe you have the best class possible and there are the years that you want to pull the blanket over your head and stay in … Continue reading Rewarded for Exceptional Service
Serving Others with Grace
Everyone, at some point in life, will need help. That is true for both the rich and the poor. The wealthy individual gets better service from the same individual who would humiliate those who have limited resources. How we treat others tells a lot about us. The Bible provides us with guidelines for service.Philippians 2:3 … Continue reading Serving Others with Grace
Ruth: Exchanging Comfort for Service
There are events in our lives that are life changing; some changes are positive and bring joy to our lives while some changes bring pain. At times, we have no control of the situations and at other times, our choices bring change. But whatever change we experience; we need to adjust as we work out … Continue reading Ruth: Exchanging Comfort for Service
Jesus Christ: Servant Leader
Serving others seems to be a lost art. Over the years, serving has been set aside for some but not everyone. We have distinct groups as people of faith; those who serve and those who are served. Jesus sat with the servers. Where do you sit?Luke 22:27 NLTWho is more important, the one who sits … Continue reading Jesus Christ: Servant Leader
