In Colossians 1:24-28 we see
the attributes of how Paul models God’s heart to the world. The first thing
that is required is to have the Heart of a servant. We see this in verse
24: Now I rejoice in what I am suffering for you, and I fill up in my flesh
what is still lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions, for the sake of his
body, which is the church.
Throughout
the New Testament you hear him say, I Paul have become a servant. His identity
and life is consumed with sharing the Gospel.
All
believers are called to serve & proclaim the Gospel story of Jesus. The
issue is not merely to serve Christ, but to serve like Christ. This kind
of servant leadership is characterized by setting aside any interest in
social standing or political power and submitting to others in order to share
their burdens. Then we can share Christ.
Serve
God by sharing His Word. Amen?