Thinking like a servant.

Service starts in your mind. To be a servant requires a mental shift, a change in your attitudes. God is always more interested in why we do something than in what we do.

Servants think more about others than about themselves. SErvants focus on others, not themselves. This is true humility: not thinking less of ouselves but thinking of ouselves less.

Servants think like stewards, not owners. SErvants remember that God owns it all.

Servants think about their work, not what others are doing. They don't compare, criticize, or compete with other servants or ministries. They're too busy doing the work God has given them.

Servants base their identity in Christ. Because they remember they are loved and accepted by grace, servants don't have to prove their worth. They willingly accept jobs that insecure people would consider "beneath" them.

Servants think of ministry as an opportunity, not an obligation. They enjoy helping people, meeting needs, and doing ministry.

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Point to ponder: To be a servant I must think like a servant.

Verse to remember: " Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus." Philippians 2:5(NIV)

Question to consider: Am I usually more concerned about being served or finding ways to serve others?