“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:43–45
Dear Lord Jesus, surely the Gospel is the most counterintuitive, paradigm-shattering, everything-changing force in history. By the “show and tell” of your life, true greatness isn’t measured by owning the estate but giving one’s life; choosing the low, hidden place—not seeking to be noticed and honored; washing feet not using or controlling anyone. We are humbled, convicted, and astonished by your love, Jesus …
* What a most selfless, gracious Savior you are—you gladly gave your life for us, to redeem and cherish forever as your Bride.
* What a faithful, caring Shepherd you are, Jesus—protecting, feeding, loving, and leading us safely Home.
* What an incredibly powerful King you are—you defeated the powers of darkness, now rule over the kings of the earth, and are actively making all things new.
* What a merciful High Priest you are, Jesus—perpetually interceding for us, never shocked by us, tenderly welcoming us … Jesus, you are always serving us.
We bow before you in wonder, love, and praise. We rise in joy before you—blushing at your love for us, owning our unbelief that you have fully set your affection on us. We humble ourselves before you, Jesus, and ask for grace upon grace to go with you into the servant way of life—wherever you have placed us, and anywhere you will send us. So Very Amen.
