Served by the Best!
For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. Mark 10:45
There is an interesting side story in the gospel about the disciples. It appears that being the twelve closest associates of Jesus wasn’t enough. They argued among themselves who of them was the most important. In Mark 10:35-37, James and John even took the matter to Jesus himself. They asked for the top two positions in Jesus’ kingdom.
Jesus used the opportunity for another important lesson. “You know that those who are considered rulers over the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. 43 But that is not the way it is to be among you. Instead, whoever wants to be great among you will be your servant, 44 and whoever wants to be first among you will be a slave of all.” (Mark 10:42-44)
That certainly is not the world’s description of the greatest! The verse we are considering today is the conclusion of Jesus’ lesson. Greatness is measured by service. We have been served by the greatest. He is the Son of Man. A humble way that Jesus referred to himself. The Son of Man is the Son of God. Truly the greatest because he is not only man but also God. He has come to serve!
Yes, we are served by the Best! He led a perfect life of service for us. He also completely gave himself as the payment for our sins. Since we’ve been served by the Best, let us follow his example.
Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank you for your wonderful service. Enable us to show our appreciation for your service by following your example in serving others. Amen.