In the language of the New Testament, the word often used for servant is doulos. It means a bondservant—someone who willingly devotes themselves to another, putting their master’s interests ahead of their own. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word ebed carries a similar meaning. It refers to someone who serves out of loyalty and covenant relationship—not just obligation, but deep commitment.

Now, I know some of us might feel uncomfortable with the word servant. The world has often used it to degrade, to diminish, or to imply inferiority. But in the Kingdom of God, being a servant is not a sign of weakness—it is a mark of honor. It’s not about being walked over. It’s about walking in the footsteps of Jesus.

Jesus, our Savior—God in flesh—called Himself a servant. In Mark 10:45, He says, "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve." Think about that for a moment. If the King of kings came to serve, who are we to do otherwise?

In Philippians 2:7, it says, "He made Himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant." That nature included obedience, humility, and self-sacrifice. He laid down His comfort, His rights, His glory—for us.

So here’s a takeaway I pray will stay with you long after today: Servanthood is not weakness—it is Christlikeness.

If you’ve ever wondered what it means to live like Jesus, here’s where to start: ask yourself, How am I serving? Who am I serving? Am I doing it with joy? Or with grumbling?

Do you have a heart for service, or are you waiting to be served?

And here’s a question to ponder: Who are you when no one is watching?

What does servanthood look like in your daily life—at home, at work, in your church, and in your community?

●Let’s carry those questions with us as we move into the next section: the character of a faithful servant.

Prendre la parole, c’est prendre sa place. Le 31 mai, en présentiel et en ligne, ose faire le premier pas vers ton plein potentiel avec Séphora Pierre-Louis et Nahomie JB Millien.

Sephora Pierre-Louis communicatrice d’impact, entrepreneure, auteure et Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM), 23 ans d'expérience pour libérer ta voix et ton leadership.

Nahomie Jean Baptiste Millien – entrepreneure engagée, 15 ans à propulser les femmes vers l'audace, la stratégie et la réussite.

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> 🌸 The leadership team of the Women’s Ministry at Ward Memorial Baptist Church warmly invites you to a special afternoon of encouragement, worship, and prayer.

🕊️ Join us for "Embracing Nearness Through Intimate Prayer"

Guest Speaker Sephora Pierre-Louis, author of Embracing Nearness: Unlocking the Power of Divine Conversation.

> 📖 Come ready to be inspired—and don’t miss the book signing right after the event!

📍 Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM

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Exciting News Update!

I am delighted to announce that I secured 2nd place at the Toastmasters International Table Topics Contest in District 96, hosted at the exquisite Delta Hotel Burnaby!

A heartfelt thank you to my family, my fellow Toastmasters, and the event organizers for crafting an unforgettable experience. This journey not only stretched my boundaries but also significantly enhanced my skills as a confident communicator.

Being among such skilled speakers was a true honor, proudly representing my clubs, area, and Division D.

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