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Day 3 – Service
How would you feel if you were given something you did not deserve or expect? Probably surprised, but then joyful or delighted? Simple acts of service can spread these emotions to others. When you put the needs of others before your own, there is an outpouring of love and joy given to both the giver and receiver. It can be as simple as bringing someone food or giving someone a ride to the grocery store. Humbling your needs for the sake of another will make a difference in the world.
But it is also important to remember that service comes from the heart, it has nothing to do with quantity or quality. Bob Goff puts it plainly and profoundly stating, “love does.” Love is an action not just a thought. Jesus gives us a great example of service. He died on the cross for us to have life. We did not deserve or expect this overwhelming act of service. “For even the son of man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:28).
If our goal is to be more like Jesus, we must be willing to serve others with a servant’s heart. Don’t worry he has equipped us with the ability to do so. We all have unique talents, so we may serve each other in many ways. “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10). It can be difficult to be a faithful steward. Serving can easily drop off of your daily priorities, especially with all of the things the college experience has to offer. “But be sure to fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you” (1 Samuel 12:24). There is encouragement to remain faithful. Take a moment and reflect on all the wonderful things the Lord has done for you. You are here at
Belmont University with a new beginning ahead of you! Spread the grace and love that Jesus gave to us—through choosing to serve others.
AMY SCHUH | SLA, Junior | Multimedia Production major
How would you feel if you were given something you did not deserve or expect? Probably surprised, but then joyful or delighted? Simple acts of service can spread these emotions to others. When you put the needs of others before your own, there is an outpouring of love and joy given to both the giver and receiver. It can be as simple as bringing someone food or giving someone a ride to the grocery store. Humbling your needs for the sake of another will make a difference in the world.
But it is also important to remember that service comes from the heart, it has nothing to do with quantity or quality. Bob Goff puts it plainly and profoundly stating, “love does.” Love is an action not just a thought. Jesus gives us a great example of service. He died on the cross for us to have life. We did not deserve or expect this overwhelming act of service. “For even the son of man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:28).
If our goal is to be more like Jesus, we must be willing to serve others with a servant’s heart. Don’t worry he has equipped us with the ability to do so. We all have unique talents, so we may serve each other in many ways. “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms” (1 Peter 4:10). It can be difficult to be a faithful steward. Serving can easily drop off of your daily priorities, especially with all of the things the college experience has to offer. “But be sure to fear the LORD and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you” (1 Samuel 12:24). There is encouragement to remain faithful. Take a moment and reflect on all the wonderful things the Lord has done for you. You are here at
Belmont University with a new beginning ahead of you! Spread the grace and love that Jesus gave to us—through choosing to serve others.
AMY SCHUH | SLA, Junior | Multimedia Production major
About this Plan
This 40 day prayer plan was written by students, faculty and staff at Belmont University as a daily devotional for incoming freshmen. Each day guides and encourages new college students in their faith in Jesus Christ through the word of God and the sincere thoughts, seasoned advice and honest prayers of the contributing authors. May these words help you grow in your love for God and your love for others!
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