At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?”
(Matthew 18:1 NIV)
In our dreams as children, we are the greatest. In our professions, we may entertain illusions of our greatness. Even when we approach what is greatness in the eyes of others, we know that we have not arrived and we may dream of even greater things to do and greater heights to climb.
The longing for greatness is a strong motivator. But Jesus said that greatness, like life and so many other things, cannot be obtained by seeking what we desire. Instead, greatness is given when we follow Jesus and choose to live as servants!
Today’s Prayer: Almighty Father, give me the wisdom to value people by Jesus’ standard of greatness and not the standard of those who do not know Christ and his sacrifice. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
