In today's world, where self- promotion and personal gain are often celebrated, the path of servanthood may seem out of place. Yet, in God's kingdom, true greatness is not about lifting oneself up; it is about serving others. Jesus said, "...whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant," (Matthew 20:26). If you desire to be a leader or to achieve greatness, you must first learn to serve. Leadership is not about title or position, but about influence and impact. And the greatest influencers are those who serve others selflessly.
A true servant is one who genuinely has the interests of his master at heart. The Bible encourages us to serve wholeheartedly: "not with eyeservice, as menpleasers; but as the servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart:" (Ephesians 6:6). A true servant's focus is not on their own desires but on fulfilling the will of the one they serve. To truly serve, we must first be in the right standing with God and others. This starts with a heart reset—through honest confession. No matter how far one may feel from God, confession is the key to resetting your relationship with Him. The Bible instructs, "Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed..." (James 5:16 ESV).
A true servant's primary concern is the vision of their master. Their focus is not on what they will receive but on advancing the master's mission. Our opening scripture says, "Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit thereof..." (Proverbs 27:18). The blessing of fruit is a natural outcome of tending to the tree. In the same way, when we serve with commitment, honour comes as a reward from God. However, many miss out on this blessing by focusing on the fruit rather than on the service itself.
Serving others' interests may not always be easy, but it is a path to joy, fulfilment and honour. The Bible says, "Don't be concerned only about your own interests, but also be concerned about the interests of others" (Philippians 2:4 GW). True joy is found in helping others. Those who live a life of servanthood often find themselves the happiest, as they experience the joy that comes from putting others first. If you're feeling unfulfilled, it may be because there is no one you're truly serving. Salvation is personal but not private. It should be visible in our service to others, reflecting God's love. Embrace the joy of servanthood today, and let your life be a testimony of faithful service to men and loyalty to God.