Mark 9:35
Mark 9:35
If anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all.
Jesus’ statement that “if anyone would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all” redefines greatness in the kingdom of God. This verse challenges the world’s understanding of success, emphasizing that true greatness comes through humility and service. Jesus calls His followers to adopt a servant’s heart, placing the needs of others above their own ambitions. This teaching invites believers to practice humility, recognizing that in God’s kingdom, status and power are irrelevant. By serving others, we reflect the love and character of Christ, who came to serve rather than to be served. This verse encourages a life of selflessness, where believers seek to uplift and support those around them. It reminds us that greatness is not measured by personal achievements but by the willingness to serve. This call to humility and service is a powerful reminder of the countercultural values of God’s kingdom, where love and sacrifice take precedence over personal glory.
Proverbs 11:25
The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself.
Luke 17:33
Whoever seeks to preserve his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life will keep it.
Proverbs 14:31
Whoever oppresses the poor shows contempt for their Maker, but whoever is kind to the needy honors God.
James 3:14
But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth.