May 15th, 2024

Loving service, humble service, in a place where nobody sees and nobody knows, is what transforms personal power into redemptive ministry. Only in serving others are we saved from our selfish selves and from the perils of power.

“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.”

— Philippians 2:3-5 (NIV)

Lord Jesus, help us to lay aside the trappings of power and take up a basin of water and a towel and go forth in loving service. In Your holy name we pray. Amen.