What are you Pursuing?
In today’s society, many measure success by how far you have climbed up the ladder of success. Many have attempted to find fulfillment in life through the home they live in, the cars they drive, the toys they possess, and the number of people that answer them at the office. For many, the desired end result of peace, happiness and fulfillment is often replaced with great disappointment and emptiness.
From God’s perspective (which by they way, should be ours, since He knows a little more than we do), He measures success not by what you gain, but what you lose, by giving of yourself, your time, your resources and energy for the sake of others. Serving with the right motive and for the right purpose releases a sense of acceptance, belonging and significance, unlike any other human act. It is no wonder I cry everytime I watch “Extreme Home Makeover.” I challenge you to click the link and just watch for a few minutes to see if you are inspired and compelled to serve!
Jesus, as the Master Servant, understood the principles of serving and knew that these principles operating in the life of an individual would bring the true joy and fulfillment that all desire to have in their lives. This is His desire for you! Here is my definition of a servant-hearted person:
”One who willingly gives up their own rights and interests, and dedicates their time, resources and energy for the benefit of meeting the needs of others.”
Write this down and put it on your dashboard, your desk or the mirror in your bathroom. Look at it everyday and take steps to live it out. You will find you will have much more satisfaction and fulfillment as a person when you stop living for yourself and start living for others.
Here are a few quotes that will make you think:
“Servanthood is not difficult to define; it is only difficult to achieve.” – John Maxwell -
“The best way to find out whether or not you really have a servant’s heart is to see what your reaction is when somebody treats you like one.” – Elizabeth Elliot -
“The measure of a man is not how many servants he has, but how many men he serves.” – D. L. Moody -
