SERVE GOD WITH A GENUINE HEART
If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.
Jesus speaks about the nature of discipleship and the rewards that come with serving Him.
If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor. John 12:26
Jesus begins by emphasizing the importance of following Him. To serve Jesus means more than merely engaging in religious activities or performing good deeds; it involves a genuine commitment to walk in His footsteps, imitating His character and obeying His teachings.
Jesus then assures us that where He is, there His servants will be also. This statement carries a profound promise and invitation.
And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance; for you serve the Lord Christ. Colossians 3:23-24
As we align our lives with Jesus and serve Him faithfully, we are promised His presence. We become united with Him in purpose, passion, and mission.
Wherever Jesus goes, we go. His desires become our desires, and His heart becomes our heart.
Jesus promises that if we serve Him, the Father will honor us.
God sees our efforts, sacrifices, and faithfulness. He takes notice of every act of service, whether big or small.
For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. Galatians 5:13
God honors those who serve Him with genuine hearts, and He rewards their devotion.
Today, let us respond to the call of Jesus to serve Him with all our hearts. Let us commit to following Him wherever He leads, trusting that in His presence, we will find fulfillment and purpose.
And the King will answer and say to them, Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me. Matthew 25:40
May our service be marked by sincerity and devotion, knowing that our Heavenly Father sees and honors those who serve Him with a genuine heart.
Take a moment and examine your actions in your service to Jesus. Are you only going through the motions, or are you truly following Him?
Heavenly Father, whatever I do, I will do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord I will receive the reward of the inheritance; for I serve the Lord Christ. This is my heart as I now know You as Father, and Jesus has paid it all. I will honor You with my heart, thoughts, and actions. Thank You for Your Holy Spirit as I yield to You. In Jesus name, Amen.
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