Devotion:
Read Philippians 2:1-11.
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. Philippians 2:3-4
I love these two verses in today’s passage. This whole passage talks about living like Jesus taught us. Verses 2 and 3 are very clear about how we should serve and lead by example. People who are good leaders are those who value everyone, no matter what their area of service. Have you ever noticed how fame and celebrity status tends to distort our perception of the qualities we should admire and aspire toward? It is always refreshing to see people who are able to remain humble even though they have attained fame and fortune in their life, although this is also rare.
Jesus came to show us what true greatness and being a leader really looked like. Jesus’ ministry on earth was a ministry of humble service. There was nothing pretentious about him. He didn’t expect special treatment and went quietly about his ministry. What we learn from Jesus is the importance of putting the needs of others ahead of our own. Our life is not about the pursuit of comfort or recognition. We are never more like Jesus than when we are serving others.
Personal Worship Option:
Father, in our desire to be your servants, create in us hearts that aim to serve others in Jesus’ name. May we discover that true leadership is not in fame or position but in humble service. Amen.
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