Serving God by Serving Others

As God’s people in Christ, we are called to bless and serve others through our actions. Why? Because God has been gracious to us. He has given us His love and salvation. As we are empowered by His Holy Spirit, one way we begin to show our love for God is by loving others. We can serve other people by giving up our time and offering our abilities to help those in need, spreading God’s love in a very tangible way. Volunteering at a soup kitchen, lending a hand at a homeless shelter, or even just the small act of helping someone clean up—in these actions, we are serving God as we serve others, using the time God has given us to serve in His kingdom. While it can be hard to find time or to step outside of your comfort zone, don’t steer away from opportunities to serve! Yes, when you give of your time and abilities to help others, you may feel impatient, awkward, or not even sure what to do, but Jesus is with you. He will guide you through the opportunities to serve that He puts in front of you. Today, be continually seeking ways you can help, spreading God’s love. Whether it’s painting a fence or praying with someone, we have the opportunity to serve because Jesus served us. • Briana VanderVelde • What are ways you can help serve in your church and community? • How does serving others show them how much Jesus loves them (John 3:16)? • When has someone shown love to you through service? You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love. Galatians 5:13 (NIV)

Read Verses:

Matthew 22:37-40; John 13:1-17; Ephesians 2:8-10