Serving and Humility

N.T.#260 "Serving and Humility"

March 11, 2024 

Matthew 23-Part 2

LET IT GLOW 

It is one thing to love being honored and another thing to seek it for yourself, like the scribes and Pharisees. they thought too highly for themselves. Here we read of more teachings of Jesus:

• There is one Master, Christ. (Master is a guide, a teacher.) (verses 8 and 10)
• All are brethren, brothers in Christ. (No pulling rank here.)
• Call no man your father on earth. (verse 9)
• One is our Father in heaven, whom we worship and exult. Thus, our Heavenly Father. (verse 9)

The Rabbi were placing themselves above others and on a pedestal. Thee are no spiritual titles for us. Believers in Christ are brothers and sisters of the faith.

Philippians 2:3-4 says, Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but with humility of mind regard one another as more important than yourselves; do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.

Do we pray for our pastor, teachers, and leaders? They are equipping the saints for the work of service. (Ephesians 4:11-12)

LET IT GLOW 

But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. (verse 11)

A servant is a minister or attendant. When was the last time you served someone who could not do anything for you in return? That is what Jesus did.

And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted. (verse 12)

Humility is an ornament which is a great price in the sight of God. Are we being humble?

LET IT GO

Jesus, You are our Master, Teacher.

god, You alone are our Heavenly Father/

May we serve You today as we serve others.

Thank You for choosing us to be Your child.

Grow our faith so we honor You above all.