Instructor: Sister Bell
Jesus said, “I am among you as he that serveth” (Luke 22:27). As true followers of Jesus, we also must serve others."
"All of us must be willing to serve, no matter what our income, age, or social position. Some people believe that only the poor and lowly should serve. Other people think service should be given only by the rich. But Jesus taught otherwise. When the mother of two of His disciples asked Him to honor her sons in His kingdom, Jesus replied, “Whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister; and whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant” (Matthew 20:26–27)."
"There are many ways to serve. We can help others economically, socially, physically, and spiritually." How have you served others or others served you in these four areas?
Why does the Savior want us to serve others?
“God does notice us, and he watches over us. But it is usually through another person that he meets our needs” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Spencer W. Kimball [2006], 82)." We need to make sure we are ready and willing to serve when the time arises.
"President Spencer W. Kimball said, “We become more substantive as we serve others—indeed, it is easier to ‘find’ ourselves because there is so much more of us to find!” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Spencer W. Kimball, 85–86)."
Opportunities to Serve
- Our Service Auction was a way to meet new people as service was provided
- Providing meals as needed
- Home/Visiting Teaching- one sister shared a story of a Home Teacher that wouldn't leave until his families found a way for him to serve them
- Sister Seely was a great example of service in our ward. She always had blankets and burp cloths to give away. She would take birthday cards to people, and visit them when they were in the hospital or sick.
- Fulfilling our callings is a way to serve our brothers and sisters in our wards.
- What are some other ways you have found to serve?
"He is the Creator of the earth and our Savior, yet He did many humble acts of service. Just before His Crucifixion He met with His disciples. After teaching them, He took a basin of water and a towel and washed their feet (see John 13:4–10; see also the picture in this chapter). In those days washing a visitor’s feet was a sign of honor and was usually done by a servant. Jesus did it as an example of love and service. When we willingly serve others in the spirit of love, we become more like Christ."
Family Home Evening Ideas:
Sharing Time: Join the Secret Service
Sharing Time: Give Yourself Away
Sharing Time: I'm Trying To Be Like Jesus
LDS Living: To the Rescue
LDS Living: Service
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