I. Introduction (Luke 22:24-27)
A. I want you to see what the world CANNOT see
B. That there is something wonderful about just being a “servant” of the Lord Jesus
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We all know what our culture thinks of “servants”
- See servants as the lowest class of people just above slavery
- To say you are a servant of someone does not impress anyone!
- But Jesus never saw being a servant as slavery and insignificant
- He saw it as the primary means to success and victory and change!
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Jesus Himself is called “The Servant of the Lord”
“Behold my servant, whom I uphold; mine elect, in whom my soul delighteth; I have put my spirit upon him: he shall bring forth judgment to the Gentiles.” - Isaiah 42:1
II. The Character of God’s Servant (Isaiah 42)
A. Chosen by God (v. 1)
- God upholds His servant
- God delights in His servant
- God’s Spirit is upon His servant
B. Gentle in approach (v. 2-3)
- Not crying or causing strife
- A bruised reed He will not break
- Smoking flax He will not quench
C. Faithful to the end (v. 4)
- He shall not fail
- He shall not be discouraged
- Until judgment is established
III. The Suffering of God’s Servant (Isaiah 53)
A. Despised and rejected (v. 3)
B. Bearing our griefs and sorrows (v. 4)
C. Wounded for our transgressions (v. 5)
D. Silent before His accusers (v. 7)
IV. Our Call to Serve (Philippians 2)
A. Have the mind of Christ (v. 5)
B. Take on the form of a servant (v. 7)
C. Humble ourselves (v. 8)
D. Trust God for exaltation (v. 9-11)
V. Conclusion
A. Jesus shows us what true servanthood looks like
B. Are you willing to be His servant?
C. The world may not honour servants, but God does!
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