Pauses for Lent Day 29
Pauses for Lent by Trevor Hudson
Day 29 Word: SERVE
Scripture: “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve” Matthew 20:28
Jesus calls his followers to be servants. When we open our lives to him, his Spirit will always lead us into the position and posture of service. Serving others is the badge of genuine discipleship.
Jesus himself models service when he washes the dirty feet of his disciples. Through this act, Jesus gives the disciples a pattern to follow. He says to them, “I have set you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you” (John 13:15). We find nothing optional about Jesus’ words. They are clear, direct, and invite our response.
Comment from Marie: My response to this call to serve others is to pray daily, as suggested by the author, “Lord, please bring someone across my path today whom I can serve.” I realize it’s easy enough to pray this prayer but another thing entirely to be open to the answer and respond accordingly, however far out of my comfort zone it might take me. Please share your thoughts on today’s word.
Day 29 Word: SERVE
Scripture: “The Son of Man came not to be served but to serve” Matthew 20:28
Jesus calls his followers to be servants. When we open our lives to him, his Spirit will always lead us into the position and posture of service. Serving others is the badge of genuine discipleship.
Jesus himself models service when he washes the dirty feet of his disciples. Through this act, Jesus gives the disciples a pattern to follow. He says to them, “I have set you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you” (John 13:15). We find nothing optional about Jesus’ words. They are clear, direct, and invite our response.
Comment from Marie: My response to this call to serve others is to pray daily, as suggested by the author, “Lord, please bring someone across my path today whom I can serve.” I realize it’s easy enough to pray this prayer but another thing entirely to be open to the answer and respond accordingly, however far out of my comfort zone it might take me. Please share your thoughts on today’s word.
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