Morning Prayer 

But it shall not be so among you: but whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister;

Inspiration 

Powerful rulers often think less of people below them and order their respect instead of earning it. Jesus explains that leaders must be servants first. The disciples were not all-powerful over God's people; they were spiritual leaders who served by teaching, baptizing, and carrying out other works of the Lord. We see power struggles that cause war, broken families, and fragmented churches. When chosen as spiritual leaders, we understand that we are servants to those we are leading to the Lord. We will serve them by ministering to their needs and encouraging them to strengthen their faith.

Prayer 

Dear Lord, You call leaders to serve Your people in their needs. Please guide us as we answer Your call to lead by serving Your people first. In Jesus' name, Amen.