What Motivates Us?

Psalms 122; 1 Corinthians 9-11 

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Do not cause anyone to stumble, whether Jews, Greeks, or the church of God – even as I try to please everyone in every way. For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many, so that they may be saved. Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.”

1 Corinthians 10:31-33; 11:1

This short text gives some very helpful principles of discipleship and leadership from Paul.

1) Do everything for the glory of God (beware of seeking your own glory).

2)  Consider and care for others above yourself (don’t cause others to stumble because of your spiritual freedoms).

3) Live on mission every day, wherever you are (working for the salvation of all).

4) The lives of spiritual leaders are worth following as they follow Christ. 

Which of those principles particularly challenge us?

Taken as a whole, they speak to servant-leadership in the way of Jesus, loving and serving others for the sake of their growth, their salvation, and God’s glory. The longer leaders serve, the more temptation there is to seek personal gain and live with entitlement, rather than with stewardship and humility. Christ finished his discipleship and leadership-journey well.

Will we?

“Lord Jesus, I desire to serve and sacrifice like you, for your glory.”