Serving others has long been framed as a moral virtue or a spiritual discipline. Yet beneath the visible acts of helping, listening, and giving lies a quieter transformation, one that unfolds within the brain itself. Serving others does not merely benefit those who receive care; it reshapes neural pathways that govern meaning, emotional regulation, resilience, and connection.
In today’s post, Michele Howe explores the vital role of understanding in our interactions, highlighting its importance in serving as faithful stewards of God’s love. She offers practical insights including a take-away action thought, a prayer of confession, and a call to duty, accompanied by a 7-day prayer schedule designed to foster wisdom and understanding in approaching loved ones in challenging situations.
In moments of pain and suffering, we often find the deepest appreciation for acts of love and care from those around us. It is during our pain when we are most in need and perhaps most receptive to when others serve like Jesus. But when the tables are turned, we may struggle to know what to do for others. Join me with Michele Howe as we explore how to embrace service through pain and grace, learning how to serve like Jesus.
God’s kingdom operates differently from ours. Jesus came as a servant, providing a living, breathing example for us to follow of how we are to treat others. In God’s economy, if we want to be great, having a servant heart is key. Greatness in God’s kingdom does not come from being powerful or praised by men. We must be willing to be a servant of all.
