S - Scripture
Matthew 23 v. 11-12 He who is greatest among you shall be your servant; whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.
O - Observation
Backwards land. God's definition of greatness is opposite of the World's definition. The World has this bumper sticker, "The person with the most toys wins." The world values people of influence, the influence of money, the glamour of high positions. God values the influence of servant hood. Do you want to be great in God's eyes? Then humble yourself. A servant is always looking to please his master and those around him. A servant will not boast or assume a higher position. A servant is there to lift someone else up. A servant is in the background. They humble themselves.
A - Application
How's my servanthood? Am I living in God's backwards land?
P - Prayer
Jesus, thank you for being the greatest servant and coming to earth to suffer and die for my (and Laurie's) gain. Love Will.
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