Wealth, power, influence: Who’s the greatest among us?


	Wealth, power, influence: Who’s the greatest among us?

	Article By Empowering Everyday Women Ministries	Posted December 21, 2017






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A couple days ago, Forbes released its list of “American’s Wealthiest Celebrities,” celebrating the billion dollar fortunes of Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Steven Spielberg and more. By today’s standards, the wealthiest, most well-known personalities are accepted as the greatest. The people who flaunt their riches, and live off of the praise and applause of others, are to be revered and celebrated. Though all those put on a pedestal by Forbes don’t necessarily actively seek the limelight, there are plenty that do. Those who make themselves center stage at every charity event, supposedly to “draw attention to those in need,” are commended as the greatest among us. But the way to greatness in the world is not the way to greatness in heaven. If you want to be great in God’s kingdom, you must be the least. If you want to be first, you have to be last. Matthew 20:26 says (ESV), “…Whoever would be great among you must be your servant.” Your greatness in the kingdom is determined by your willingness to serve. When your charity isn’t always a topic of conversation, but a silent moment of kindness to someone in need, God calls you great (Matthew 6:3-4). When you do not use your wealth or influence to increase yourself, but to bless others with the blessings you have received, God calls you great (Philippians 2:3-4). When you serve God through serving people; when you follow the example of Jesus (Matthew 20:27- 28); when you love others to the point that you would give up all the world has to offer just to see God save their soul through one of your good deeds, then you are great in the kingdom of heaven. So, put yourself aside, and make serving others your top priority. This is the way to true greatness. Feeling the call to serve in greater ways and need the Holy Spirit's guidance? Click here to submit a request.

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