Jesus: The Servant - Archie Callahan

January 21, 2024Series: JesusSermon: Jesus the ServantScripture: ‭‭Mark‬ ‭10‬:‭42‬-‭45‬ ‭NIV”Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles Lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”“‬‬Tagline: The same yesterday, today, and forever.INTRODUCTION: If serving is below you, then leadership is beyond you.Our God is a servant God.-Henri NouwenThe Anatomy of a Servant: AttitudeAttitude: a settled way of thinking. ”Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus,“‭‭Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭5‬ ‭NASBAltitudeAltitude: the height of an object.”Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, “Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.”“‭‭Mark‬ ‭9‬:‭35‬ ‭NIV‬Jesus humbled himself.Philippians 2:8AptitudeAptitude: a natural ability to do something. ”We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully.“‭‭Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭6‬-‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬CONCLUSION: Are you willing to pick up to the towel of service? ★ Support this podcast ★