15 Ways to Follow Jesus' Example of Humility and Servanthood

✍️ Melkisedeck Leon ShineπŸ“… 2023-07-05 02:47:06πŸ’¬ 110 comments⏱️ ~3 min read
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15 Ways to Follow Jesus' Example of Humility and Servanthood

In a world that often glorifies success, power, and self-promotion, following Jesus' example of humility and servanthood can be a challenging yet rewarding endeavor. Jesus, the Son of God, came to earth not to be served but to serve and give his life as a ransom for many. His life and teachings provide us with the blueprint for how we can live a life of humility and servanthood. Here are 15 ways we can follow Jesus' example:

  1. Embrace a servant's heart: Cultivate a heart that seeks to serve others above oneself, just as Jesus did.

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  1. Practice humility: Recognize that true greatness is found in humility, as Jesus humbled himself even to the point of death on a cross.

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  1. Serve without expectation: Serve others without expecting anything in return, just as Jesus selflessly served the disciples by washing their feet.

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  1. Be a listening ear: Take the time to genuinely listen to others, showing them the same love and attention that Jesus demonstrated throughout his ministry.

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  1. Serve the least of these: Follow Jesus' example by reaching out to the marginalized, the poor, and the forgotten in society.

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  1. Humbly accept correction: Be open to receiving correction and guidance, just as Jesus corrected and guided his disciples.

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  1. Practice forgiveness: Forgive others as Jesus forgave us, demonstrating the power of God's love and grace.

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  1. Be content with simplicity: Find contentment in simplicity and resist the temptation to pursue worldly possessions and wealth.

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  1. Serve joyfully: Serve others with a joyful heart, recognizing that our service is a reflection of God's love for humanity.

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  1. Seek opportunities to serve: Actively look for ways to serve those around you, both within your community and beyond.

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  1. Be willing to sacrificially give: Give of your time, resources, and talents without reservation, just as Jesus gave himself sacrificially for us.

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  1. Love your enemies: Love those who oppose and mistreat you, following Jesus' command to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us.

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  1. Serve with humility, not seeking recognition: Avoid seeking the praise and recognition of others, but instead serve with humility and a desire to honor God.

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  1. Develop a heart of gratitude: Cultivate a heart of gratitude for all that God has blessed you with, recognizing that everything we have is a gift from Him.

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  1. Trust in God's plan: Above all, trust in God's plan for your life, just as Jesus trusted in the Father's plan for him, even in the face of immense suffering.

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Let us strive to follow Jesus' example of humility and servanthood, knowing that in doing so, we will not only grow closer to God but also bring His love and light to a world in need. May you be blessed as you seek to live out these principles in your own life.

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Mariam Kawawa2019-01-20 18:04:34
πŸ™πŸ’–βœ¨ Your grace is sufficient
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Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see
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Janet Mwikali2018-09-10 02:10:47
πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’– Let us thank God for everything
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Patrick Kidata2018-07-22 02:19:12
Mercy triumphs over judgment
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Lydia Mzindakaya2018-06-16 13:01:10
πŸ™βœ¨β€οΈ May God\'s grace cover you
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Wilson Ombati2018-06-14 00:00:04
God's promises are always true
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Moses Kipkemboi2018-06-02 10:22:21
God is good, all the time!
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Esther Cheruiyot2018-05-13 13:41:51
πŸ™β€οΈβœ¨ Thank you God for everything
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Hope is the anchor for the soul
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George Ndungu2018-03-21 21:59:37
Let your light shine before others
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God's mercies are new every morning
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Victor Kamau2018-03-08 06:50:56
πŸ™πŸŒŸ Be greatly blessed
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Anna Sumari2018-01-22 15:00:30
Grace and peace be with you.
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Alice Wanjiru2017-12-01 13:53:44
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds
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Samson Mahiga2017-10-02 04:59:01
God love never fails.
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George Mallya2017-10-01 16:30:07
Through Christ, we receive God's abundant mercy
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Michael Onyango2017-09-07 21:31:05
πŸ™βœ¨ May God\'s grace be with you
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Stephen Mushi2017-08-15 03:35:35
Keep believing, even when it's hard to see the way
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God's mercy is greater than any mistake
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πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’– May God\'s blessings be with you