God intends to bless the nations through us and our lives of service. Christians are the very presence of God to others. We become God’s vehicle of blessing on planet earth. Service is rooted in “seeing” others as God does. Being like Jesus means being compassionate and working for the good of others. Jesus maintains that radical love for others demonstrates whether we know God or not.
Activities
- Today, ask a family member, friend or colleague “what can I do for you today?” Then do it.
- Examine your heart for service by reading the story of the good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). Who of these three characters do you tend to be like?
- Volunteer for an event at church or in the community.
- Do a radical act of generosity maybe with a total stranger.
- Invite someone to come to an event at Christmas time – offer to have them join you.
- Volunteer at a soup kitchen, a clothing or toy distribution, or at PCTR’s Pop the Trunk
- Donate an additional amount of money to a Christian charity or a church.
- Offer to drive someone to a worship service.
- Talk to the children in your life about God’s love and desire for them to use their gifts in ways that benefit this world. Encourage them.