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Woes to Scribes and Pharisees … 10 Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Christ. 11 The greatest among you shall be your servant. 12 For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.… Berean Standard Bible · Download. Cross References.
The servant - the slave - is not greater than his lord; you have already called me Lord, and so I am; neither is (one that is sent) an apostle greater than he that sent him on his great mission.
John 13:16. ESV Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. NIV Very truly I tell you, no servant is greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him.
Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. Whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave. That is what the Son of Man has done: He came to serve, not be served—and then to give away his life in exchange for the many who are held hostage.”
- Introduction
- Components of Servanthood from New Testament Passages
- Concerns to Consider
- Conditions That Hinder Servanthood
- Consequences in The Absence of Servanthood
- Thoughts on Developing The Heart of A Servant
- Conclusion
- Appendix: Discussion Questions For Marks of Maturity
- Session 9
In our quest for the marks of mature spirituality and leadership ability, we must not bypass that quality which so completely characterized the life of Jesus Christ, the quality of unselfish servanthood. Jesus said, “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45) The apostle Paul...
Since servant living was epitomized so completely by the Lord Jesus, we would naturally expect a number of passages to explicitly deal with this issue. While space will not allow an indepth exegesis, it is hoped that the following highlights drawn from several New Testament passages will draw our attention to a few vital principles that describe th...
In seeking to develop a servant’s heart, Christians naturally face the opposing forces of the world, the flesh, and the devil, all of which are directed toward promoting selfish concerns and especially the pursuit of significance. Even when engaged in religious or humanitarian works, selfish pursuits can so easily come to the surface. While there a...
What are some of the hindrances to developing a servanthood mentality. As you consider the following, think about your own life and natural tendencies. (1) The desire for status or to feel important is a tremendous barrier to biblical servanthood. This is very evident in the reluctance of the disciples to take the towel and the position of a servan...
What, then, are some of the consequences of a lack of servanthood in the body of Christ? (1) The opposite of a servant’s heart is self-seeking, which leads to consequences like jealousy, envy, disunity and division. This is most evident in the actions of the disciples (see again Luke 22:24-30). Paul’s exhortation and teaching in Philippians 2is cen...
So just how can I develop the heart of a servant that will lead to genuine growth in selfless, servant living? Though certainly not exhaustive, the following thoughts I trust will be helpful in this regard. Learning to live as a servant naturally begins by following the Lord Jesus. As believers who are to follow in the steps of our Savior, it is im...
Seeking to promote servant living, the apostle reminds us in Philippians 2:1 that there is encouragement in Christ, a comfort provided by love, fellowship in the Spirit, and affection and mercy. I believe that the first three, encouragement in Christ, a comfort provided by love, and fellowship in the Spirit are what come to us through our walk with...
MEN 7/52 is a men's ministry of bible.org. Our desire is to see all men become true followers of Jesus Christ 7 days a week/52 weeks a year. These studies were developed in a team training environment where men were being trained for their role as church leaders, as fathers, and as effective members of a society that desperately needs to see what a...
1. What is the definition of servanthood? 2. How can servanthood be selfish? 3. What are the two options regarding servanthood that Jesus gives us in Matthew 20:20-28? 4. In Luke 22:24-30, what do we learn about our preoccupation with self-centered interests? 5. What is the result of our impatience and our desire to be served now? 6. How does Jesus...
May 27, 2016 · A Servant Is Humble. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.
But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant. And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be.
