Want to be Great - Be a Servant

A young man was just promoted to an junior executive position and was very proud about getting this new position. He now had his own new office, a nice desk, and his name on the door. On his first day on the job a man came into his office so trying to look impressive the young executive quickly picked up the telephone and acted like he was in an important conversation while he gestured to the man to have a seat until he was finished. After pretending to make a “big - deal” over the phone he hung up and looked at the man - patiently waiting for him. “Sorry about the wait, but I'm just so busy, now how can I help you?” To which the man replied, “Oh, that's ok, I'm just hear to - hook up your telephone.” - selected

One of the most difficult lessons Jesus disciples had to learn was that in the kingdom of God, position and power are not evidence of authority. Jesus warned His followers not to pattern their leadership after that of the Gentiles who "lorded over others” and not to act important. The example believers follow is that of Jesus himself who came as a servant and ministered to others, rather then having others wait on him. The Apostle Paul followed that same example.

This has been on my heart a lot lately. We need to be so careful of needing to feel important, needing to be recognized as someone great. Jesus said if you want to be great in God's kingdom be a servant to all.

Just a little thought for today :)