Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.
As the Messiah, Jesus fulfilled the prophecies of the Old Testament by coming to earth. He did not come as a conquering king but He came as a servant. He helped mankind by telling them about God and healing them. Even more than that, by giving His life as a sacrifice for sin, He carried out the ultimate act of service.
Because of Jesus’ example, we should be willing to serve God and others. Real greatness in Christ’s kingdom is shown by service and sacrifice – not as a way to earn our salvation but as a way of showing our great love for Him. Ambition or love of power or position should never be our motive. We must also be careful not to be simply ‘instruments’ of God – only giving lip service and carrying out acts of service. We must be ‘servants’ of God, giving Him the heartfelt obedience He desires of us.
Blessings,
Sandra
Beckenham Baptist Church 