The reflection I shared last week was from the first part of the story of “The Request of James and John,” who wanted to be sitting at the places of honor at Jesus’ right and left. James and John believed since they were some of Jesus’ closest friends, they would be great in the kingdom of God if they were sitting with Jesus.
Let’s look at the second half of the story after the other ten disciples became indignant with James and John.
Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. 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 10:42-45 (NIV) Continue reading “SERVANT OF ALL”