Serving the Kingdom
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
Acts 20:35
Serving God and others is a privilege that brings us closer to His divine purpose. True joy is found in blessing others. When we serve without seeking recognition, we reflect the character of Christ, who came into the world to serve.
The joy of serving does not come from personal exaltation but from the impact we create for God’s Kingdom. John the Baptist expressed this truth by saying, “He must become greater; I must become less.” (John 3:30). Our calling is to act so that people experience God’s presence, not so they remember us. Humility in service teaches us to place God’s glory above our desire for recognition.
When we understand that serving is an act of love, we find purpose even in the simplest tasks. We serve because we love God and desire for others to know Him. Thus, our joy is not in human applause but in the certainty that we are bearing fruit and that God delights in our work.
The Joy of Being Forgotten
“Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven.”
Matthew 6:1
In a world that values fame and recognition, being forgotten may seem frustrating. However, in God’s Kingdom, being forgotten by men and remembered by Him is an honor.
Often, we desire people to acknowledge our efforts and sacrifices, but a true servant rejoices when God receives all the glory. Jesus Himself, after healing people, often asked them not to tell anyone. His focus was not fame but transformation. Likewise, we should desire that others remember not us but the encounter they had with God through our service.
When we work so that God is exalted, we are truly free from the need for human approval. Our greatest joy should be seeing hearts led to glorify the Lord as we serve.
Serving for the Glory of God
“All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God.”
2 Corinthians 4:15
Our service is not about us but about leading people closer to God. Even if our work goes unnoticed by men, God sees and will reward every act of love and dedication.
But we continue serving because we desire others to experience God’s love, not because we seek personal merit or expect something in return.
When we make room for God to work and remove our ego from the equation, we allow the Holy Spirit to move freely. Matthew 5:16 reminds us: “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” May our greatest joy be seeing lives transformed by the Lord as we remain steadfast in the calling to serve with love and humility.
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Rapha Abreu
Rapha Abreu é Jornalista e Produtora cultural, e faz parte da equipe de marketing, redação e produção de conteúdo da Mr. Rocco.
