Reading Time: 3 minutesQuite possibly in Jesus’ mind, servanthood was the most important characteristic he wanted to be known by. He wanted to be known as a servant. Amazing how the One who … Read More
Emptying of Your Rights as a Servant
Reading Time: < 1 minuteEmptying as a servant is an emptying of your ‘rights’.“…but emptied himself…” (Phil. 2:7) Jesus self-emptied himself – not of his divinity – but of certain divine rights and privileges. … Read More
The Right Posture in Servanthood
Reading Time: 2 minutesPosture in servanthood has to do primarily with our posture toward God.“…taking the form of a bondservant…” (Phil. 2:7) Previously Paul told us that Jesus was in the “form of … Read More
Identification in Servanthood
Reading Time: 2 minutesIdentification in servanthood is where you put yourself in the shoes of others.“…being made in the likeness of men…” (Phil. 2:7) When Jesus came to earth He came like the … Read More
Subjection as a Servant
Reading Time: 2 minutesSubjection as a servant means I will be subservient to you)“…he humbled himself….” (Phil. 2:8) This is different from being humbled by an outside party – this is choosing to … Read More
The Sacrifice of a Servant
Reading Time: 2 minutesWhat is sacrifice when it comes to being a servant? It’s saying “No” to me for your sake.“…by becoming obedient to the point of death.” (Phil. 2:8) In demonstrating His … Read More
Growth = Honesty and a Plan for Change
Reading Time: 2 minutesDo you want to see growth in the key areas of your life? You will only see change when you have a reality check on what you really believe. Growth won’t … Read More
Dealing with Past Guilt and Past Accomplishments
Reading Time: 2 minutesDealing with past guilt and past accomplishments was a priority for the Apostle Paul. Paul knew he had past regrets and past merits, but amazingly, he didn’t allow either to … Read More
Guys: Church Stuff Can’t Take the Place of Jesus
Reading Time: 3 minutesFor a moment, can I have a candid conversation with Christian men? (Women, you’re welcome to participate too, but I’d like to discuss something with the Christian guys). Today’s Christian guy: … Read More
How Churches Survive Pastoral Sabbaticals
Reading Time: 3 minutesHow churches are surviving pastoral sabbaticals was the topic of a recent post from Thom Rainer. He had some observations about churches that are not handling pastoral sabbaticals well. This struck … Read More