So, you also, when you have done all that you were ordered to do, say, ‘We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done!’” vs. 10
Luke 17:6-10
In this little parable Jesus says that the role of the slave is to do the master’s bidding without expecting praise or thanks. Presumably the disciples would have agreed. That’s how slavery works. But it must have been a jolt then when Jesus goes on to describe them as worthless slaves. His words seem harsh, and we might wonder what he’s getting at. And yet this is exactly the way believers have come to think of themselves. While we might prefer to be known as disciples, in truth we are slaves in the service of our Lord Jesus. And as such, it is both our duty and our delight to thank, praise, and obey him in all that we say and do. It’s our duty because this is the job description of a servant–as we live the life of faith, we’re simply doing what we’re supposed to be doing, and some days it may seem more of a grind than others. But it’s also our delight, because there is no finer calling than to be in the service of the Lord Jesus. And some days we experience that delight in all its glory. We can’t even imagine a more joyful way to live out our days here on earth. Why wouldn’t it be delightful if we’ve got the best boss ever!?
Thought for the Day: What kind of a boss is Jesus?
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