The Way of a Servant
- Redemptive Recovery
- Apr 17
- 2 min read
April 17
"Truly, truly, I say to you, a slave is not greater than his master, nor is one who is sent greater than the one who sent him."
(John 13:16)
These words come shortly after Jesus did something shocking; He washed His disciples’ feet. The task of washing feet was reserved for the lowest servant, yet the Son of God had knelt down and took the posture of a servant. After finishing, He looked at His followers and gave them this powerful reminder: you are not above serving.
In a world that chases status and recognition, Jesus calls us to humility. The greatest in His kingdom are not those who rise to the top, but those who kneel to serve. If the Master served, how can the servant do any less?
Pride often plays a role in our downfall. We may have resisted help, thought we could manage life on our own, or struggled to admit our need. But overcoming our past mistakes begins with humility, and humility continues to shape us as we grow. Jesus isn’t calling us to a lesser life; He’s inviting us into a greater purpose, one that reflects His heart.
Healing comes when we begin to give of ourselves. We grow stronger when we help others grow. And we reflect Christ best when we take the low place, not because we’re weak, but because we’ve been made whole enough to serve.
Do you view yourself as a servant? Are there areas where pride may still be keeping you from kneeling low?
Lord Jesus, thank You for showing me what true greatness looks like. Help me to walk in humility and take joy in serving others. Teach me to reflect Your love not just in words, but in action. Use my hands, my heart, and my story to bring hope to someone else. In Your name, Amen.
Redemptive Recovery (RR) is a Christian recovery group and program that is modeled on biblical truths. We believe that Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives and that the bible is our roadmap. RR meets weekly and is for anyone currently navigating the challenges of addiction and also those that are further along in their recovery.
Visit www.redemptiverecovery.org for more information.
