Service
Studies exploring the
expression of our
Christian love
through generosity,
hospitality, encouragement,
sacrifice, and putting
faith into action
Our relationship with boundaries has a direct impact on our capacity to serve joyfully and faithfully rather than shutting people out or people pleasing until we burn out.
What if the things keeping us from serving effectively aren't necessarily bad things—but an inability to differentiate between good things and better things?
Have you ever withheld service because the would-be recipient seems unworthy or unrepentant? We challenge mindsets that might contribute to this attitude, in light of Jesus’s example.
Our willingness is overlook offenses is a huge step in loving others (and serving them) well. Is it easy? Nope. Is it necessary? Absolutely.
When we develop eyes to see others as God sees them, we will look past their flaws to remember that they are children of God who are still worthy of our service, and that their weaknesses also come with inherent strengths.
Perfectionism is a barrier to joyful, sustained service. We’ll discuss the difference between perfectionism and pursuing excellence, three sinful attitudes that lead to perfectionism, and the spiritual antidotes for these attitudes.
How should we as Christians go about renewing our energy to serve others? Most types of modern self-care only address our physical and mental/emotional needs, but true renewal is only possible when we also attend to our spiritual rest.
Is the idea that “You can’t pour from an empty cup” supported scripturally? Does accepting this philosophy guard our energy and therefore our ability to serve, or is the choice between service and energy a fool’s choice?
As Christians, we are mandated to serve others. Not sure where to start? This week’s study is a “how to” on getting started coordinating service for your family and congregation and how to avoid common barriers and hangups.
This week’s study compells us to follow Jesus' example in the words He speaks about us, His younger brothers and sisters.
“Footwashing” and “hospitality” are two words that should be very familiar to Christians…but have you ever connected them together? This week’s study will forever link these two concepts in your mind.
Unconscious overclaiming is a tendency to overestimate your own contributions, skills, or knowledge in comparison to that of others, and it’s a total joy-killer. Are you ever guilty of this? Do you know the antidote?
In part one of our Unexpected Meanings series, we examine the biblical concept of a “helper” to determine whether the societal connotations associated with this term are bibical, or if God intended a helper to be so much more.