Deep Dive 14Shembull

Service. Not the most fun word out there. It usually means work, so why do it? Why volunteer to serve others? Well, there is precedent for it - Jesus did it. In today's reading, we are going to look at the example Jesus set for us by serving others. In this passage, two levels of service are demonstrated: 1. Jesus engages in the ministry he loves, that he was created for - teaching and preaching to others. (This is found in the chapters surrounding John 13, so it doesn't say this exactly. In fact, it doesn't say it anywhere in John 13, because he and those on his ministry team [a.k.a. disciples] are taking a break from ministry to relax and eat together.) 2. Jesus serves the people he is working with. Its finally time for a break, and Jesus chooses to serve his team during his downtime. Look for ways to serve God using your greatest passions. If you could create your ideal ministry in the church, what would you want to do? Would you sing on a worship team? Maybe paint a picture during the sermon? Help teach kids? Whatever you do, try to do it with a group. This group that you serve with could become your closest friends, as you serve God together. If you are already serving in church, what are some ways you can invest in those you serve alongside?