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Dear Servant Leader,
God’s message is clear. You are endowed by the Creator, Genesis 1:27. In light of this, what does that mean?
Endowment of a Servant Leader
An endowment is defined as an action bequeathed or given of an inheritance. This inheritance (Romans 8:17) is a rich one as none other. Yet, no one knows the gifts that are setup for you. What a storage of treasures! More than that, this endowment is only attainable at an appointed time. Until then, there is work that you must do. Therefore, for a servant’s reward, you must do a servant’s work.
Servant Leader’s Work
A servant’s work differs from others. First, it is to bring honor to God. It is for His glory not yours. The work brings light to dark places because of His glory. Others may even wonder, “How is that this could be?” Second, the means do not justify the end. The means matter in that God chooses the path that a servant must take. A servant leader cannot do it just any way you choose. In doing so, the work is not done with malice; it will not shame God. Third, a servant’s work is in the plan of God. Consequently, God does not give all the parts of the plan and process at once. The work will build the servant’s faith in God.
A Guarantee for a Servant Leader
There is a guarantee that you will receive a just reward. The scriptures speak much about sowing and reaping from the harvest and seeds that we sow as a just reward. For example, if you sow sparingly, you will reap sparingly (2 Corinthians 9:6). Then, there is the parable of the workers in the vineyard who received a just reward, (Matthew 20). The true servant works are because of the intrinsic values that net extrinsic rewards for others. In Galatians 6:8-10, the scripture reminds us that there the true servant is open to the opportunity to do good. For the scripture notes,
“Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
No Tipping
Today, there is much noise about receiving “tips” for one’s service. Research support that people, in general, wish to receive tips for good service, especially those who understand what tips means to workers. One of the reasons, I enjoy shopping at a particular grocery store is there is a signature post that reads, “No Tipping Allowed.” The idea behind this business concept is a promise to pay a more than decent wage to employees. In addition, the chain expresses that it is part of saying “Thank you for shopping with us.” For those two reasons, I am a returning customer.
As servants of God, we can place a “No Tipping Allowed” sign. God is a promise keeper. He is faithful with his concept of receiving a just reward. Your inheritance is backed by Him!
Let’s read more about rewards for servant leaders. Additional links are for your mindset, enjoy: