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Day 20: Using Serving to Make Him King
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10; Matthew 23:11; Galatians 5:13-14

Jesus made it clear that greatness in His kingdom is found in serving others. In Matthew 23:11, He states, "The greatest among you will be your servant." The world measures success by status and power, but Jesus calls His followers to a standard of humility and service. To prioritize God, we must align our hearts with Him by using our time, gifts, and resources to serve.

Every believer has been given unique abilities, talents, and opportunities to serve. We are called to steward these gifts well through teaching, hospitality, encouragement, or acts of kindness. Serving is not limited to church settings; it extends into our workplaces, homes, and everyday interactions. When we serve, we reflect the heart of Christ.

Galatians 5:13-14 further reinforces this call: "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." Genuine service flows from love. It is not done out of obligation or for recognition but from a heart that desires to glorify God by uplifting those who were made in His image.

When we shift our focus from self-centered pursuits to serving God and others, we experience more profound joy and fulfillment. Serving is an act of worship, a tangible way to express our faith and love for Christ. It allows us to participate in God's work and grow spiritually as we develop a servant's heart.

When it comes to service, we generally have two camps: those who don't serve at all and those who serve too much. Which camp do you belong to? If you don't serve at all, then one could argue that Christ, who came to serve, not to be served, is not the King over this area. If you serve too much, it has a way of becoming a source of pride and can creep its way onto the throne.

Take time today to reflect on how you use your gifts to serve. Are there areas where God calls you to step out in faith and minister to others? Prioritize serving as a way to keep God at the center of your life.

Prayer:
Father, thank you for the gifts and opportunities you have given me to serve. Help me to use them for your glory and to bless others. Cultivate a heart of humility and love so I may follow Jesus' example of servanthood. May my service reflect your grace and lead others closer to you. It is in the name of Jesus we pray, amen.