The Joy of serving

I will never forget the day that Jeff Roman came over to our home after church to mow my lawn so I could spend time with the family before going out of town on a business trip.
During Sunday School that morning I mentioned the crazy schedule that I had and the limited time available to spend with the kids.

During lunch the doorbell rang and it was Jeff. He said he was here to mow. No way I said, I don't need you to mow for me! Jeff replied, I am here to serve. The Lord prompted me to come over and bless you, so here I am. I sat at the table with tears in my eyes that someone would come and serve me like that.

That was about eight years ago this month. Jeff said it was his joy to serve. That comment has stuck with me ever since that day. Lord, give me the "joy" to serve others. Whether it is mowing, taking someone to the Dr. office or perhaps just being available to listen to someone in need.

Do you have the joy to serve? Ask God today to put in your heart the desire to serve others. I have and let me tell you that there is real "joy" in serving!

May the Lord bless you today as you serve others.

Pastor John