Servanthood
The heart of servanthood is found in the life of the servant who goes to great lengths to bless and build up a single life β with the light/revelation, they have of someone other than themselves β one that is far more glorious, greater, and gracious than they could express, explain, and exemplify β but will do all they can to clearly declare and demonstrate what they know, appreciate, and love about them. They have been so served by this person that must share His service with others. They know that their experience and understanding can be and often will be refuted, rejected, and refused by most but will be received and rewarded by others. It's never about them. The value of their service is rooted in who, how, and why they were served and in the who, how, and why they can now share and show Him to others. The value of their service is greater than the possibility of rejection therefore they will risk their time, trust, and treasures to serve others. Luke taking the time to write to Theophilus.
The repeated report continues to reverberate, and Luke desires that the friend of God will hear, have, heed, honor, hold to, and hold forth the full message, (the Logos), with certainty.
Briggs Chapel
Sunday Morning Teaching (12.10.2023)
A few bullet points from the transcription of this message.
β’ The purpose of a letter and the importance of humility. 5:16
β¦ Luke, the author of both Luke and Acts, writes to Theophilus to encourage him and all believers to know God's purpose and be certain of what's been reported to them.
β¦ Luke emphasizes the importance of understanding God's friendship and love for believers, and how it shapes their relationship with Him. |
