Luke 17:7-10
We live in a “me-first” culture that encourages us to
think of ourselves first and others…well, rarely. We’re told to focus on our self-image, to be
involved in self-actualization and to be self-reliant. We don’t really like being servants. We need some help learning how to live beyond
self so that we can stop defaulting to our selfish settings.
I. God Expects His People to Serve
– Luke 17:7-10
A. A servant’s work is not always glamorous. v7a
B. A servant’s service never ends. v7b-8
C. A servant should not expect to be thanked. v9
D. A servant does what is expected. v10
II. God puts Great Significance on Serving
– Mark 10:35-45
The word
“servant” is the primary description given to men God used. Numbers 12:7, Romans 1:1
The Son of God came in the form of a servant. Philippians
2:5-8
Notoriety means nothing to real servants because they know the difference
between prominence and significance.” Rick Warren - Purpose Driven Life
Jesus didn’t recruit volunteers; He called us to be servants.
Serving doesn’t make you a servant; but if you are a servant
you will serve.
III. What Defines a Bondslave? – 1 Peter 2:16
A. One who has been bought by the Master
Remember, you are a tool, not the carpenter.
B. One who performs the work of the Master
One who is available to the Master
C. One who is dependent on the Master
Self-sufficiency creates false authority.
