In what ways can we apply the servant's obedience in our daily walk? The Servant’s Attitude in Luke 17:8 Luke 17:8 — “Instead, won’t he say, ‘Prepare my meal and dress yourself to serve me while I eat and drink; and afterward you may eat and drink’?” • The servant acts without hesitation, sets aside his own hunger, and fulfills the master’s command first. • Jesus applies this picture to His disciples (vv. 9-10), expecting the same unquestioning obedience. How to Mirror This Obedience Today • Give God’s agenda first place (Matthew 6:33). • Obey promptly—delayed obedience is disobedience (Mark 1:18). • Stay “dressed to serve” through daily prayer and Scripture (Ephesians 6:13-17). • Keep serving until the Lord says “afterward” (Galatians 6:9). • Remember you belong to Him (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Practical Rhythms of Service – Begin the day with surrender (Psalm 119:33-40). – Work with excellence “for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23). – Perform unseen acts of help, echoing John 13:14-15. – Speak words that serve (James 1:26-27). – Steward money as His manager (Luke 16:10-13). – Rest after duty; the servant did eat, but only after serving. Motivations That Sustain Faithful Obedience • Christ’s own obedience (Philippians 2:8). • The promised “Well done” (Matthew 25:21). • Love that expresses itself through service (Galatians 5:13). • A compelling witness to the world (Titus 2:9-10). Living as the Unworthy yet Willing Servant Even perfect obedience earns nothing—salvation is by grace (Luke 17:10). Free from striving, we serve with joy, convinced that “His commandments are not burdensome” (1 John 5:3). So today, simply answer, “Speak, Lord, for Your servant is listening” (1 Samuel 3:9). |
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