But not so with you; rather the greatest among you must become like the youngest, and the leader like one who serves. For who is greater, the one who is at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one at the table? But I am among you as one who serves.
Luke 22:26-27
Upon reflecting on this passage, it appears to me that this is one of those verses that could sum up Jesus’ earthly ministry. Jesus used this as one of his last instructions to his disciples before he was crucified so there is no mistaking the magnitude of this discussion. It is a reminder that aside wealth or poverty, famous or ordinary, talented or challenged, we are all equal in Christ Jesus and must always serve the one in need. Whether that need is material or spiritual, we are directed to serve and not wait to be served. As we are taught that it is better to give than to receive, so it is true that the act of serving rather than being served is unmistakably one of the greatest of blessings. Let us use this season to reach out in any way possible to serve our brothers or sisters in our community. How do we do this, the possibilities are endless.
Steve Dorsey
