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John 13:1-17

What if the story you tell at the end of this year is all about the way you helped others?

In the story you just read, Jesus showed us what true leadership looks like. The night before He went to the cross, He could've made everything about Himself, but instead, He grabbed a basin of water and started washing His disciples’ feet. No one wanted that job.

In the first century, whenever there was a social hierarchy, the person on the very bottom got stuck washing feet. Jesus completely flipped that hierarchy.

The world teaches us to make everything about ourselves, but Jesus taught us the opposite. Jesus said, “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant" (Matthew 20:26). True, abundant life isn't found in making life about you; it's found in laying down your life for something greater.

Serving is one of the best ways to get our eyes off ourselves and put them back on God!

There are lots of ways to serve at Red Rocks Church, but sometimes, it can be difficult to figure out where to start. Here are three questions that will help you begin the conversation. Take a few minutes and write down your answers to each of these questions:

What am I really good at?

What am I really passionate about?

What needs do I see in the world?

Take a moment and think about your answers to those three questions. Did you see any overlap between the three? What was one of the common themes? If you notice any patterns in your answers, pay attention to them, and don’t play small with your gifts. The Bible says you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14), God knit you together (Psalm 139:13), and He has a plan and purpose for your life (Jeremiah 29:11).

Prayer

Father, thank you for my life. Today, I pray that you would teach me how to focus on using the gifts you’ve given me to serve others. Lord, would you give me the love, compassion, and humility I need to serve others today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.