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.
Night Prayer
Knowing that Christ being raised from the dead dieth no more; death hath no more dominion over him.
Inspiration
We humble ourselves before the Lord when faced with the almighty power He possesses. Death is final to us, yet it has no command over the Maker of the heavens and earth. God has authority over all His creation; we feel small, yet mighty and honored, to be loved by Him. We are grateful that the One who holds the world in the palm of His hand also carries our spirits close to His heart and feels we are worthy to experience eternal life.
Prayer
Dear God, we humble ourselves before You. Thank You for considering us worthy of Your love. We devote our spirits to You and are proud to be Your children. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
