Wednesday, March 24, 2010

The Fifth Mark of Discipleship


Service

Remember the words of the prophet Micah, and his one-line definition of the spiritual life: “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God” (Micah 6:8).

There is no getting around it. The life of a disciple involves service. The Gospel of John tells us that “God so loved the world that He gave His only son” (John 3:16) and that God intends to keep on loving the world through us, God’s beloved disciples of Jesus (John 13:34-35).

Justice and love are not options for those who follow Jesus. Service is a key mark of discipleship!



We serve in our church.

Lutheran Men serving Easter Sunday breakfast.


We serve in our communities.

God Rockz sent these Birthday kits home with families in community who come to our food pantry for help.


We serve so the Light of God’s love may be seen by all.




Scripture for the Week


Thursday
Matthew 20:20-28

Friday
John 13:31-35

Saturday
Galatians 5:13-15

Sunday
Luke 6:27-31

Monday
James 2:1-17

Tuesday
Philippians 2:1-11

Wednesday
Exodus 23:4-5