MINING THE
D MINISTRY
THE SIGN OF THE SERVANT
HEART
Mark 9:35 is a difficult verse for
many who want to do great things
for God. It says this: “If you want the
place of honor, you must become a
slave and serve others!”
But isn’t this what Jesus did? He
left the highest place possible reigning as God - became a slave and
died in place of sinners! We learn in
Acts 18:3 that Paul earned his living
making tents so as not to burden the
believers and he paid the expenses
of those who accompanied him. He
did not demand offerings, to pay his
bills or fund his lifestyle.
Acts 20:33-35 tells us: “I have never
wanted anyone’s money or clothes.
You know how I have worked with my
own hands to make a living for myself
and my friends. By everything I did, I
showed how you s