“ Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus…”
– Philippians 2:3-5
Day 6 – Humility in Ministry
The Scriptural antidote to combat pride and its dangers is humility. Humility in ministry is crucial to personal holiness, longevity in ministry, the ability to serve the people the Lord has entrusted to pastors, and so much more.
Renowned author, Paul David Tripp, has said “humility means you love serving more than you crave leading.” As you consider praying for your pastor, here are some ways to specifically pray for humility in ministry:
- Sober-mindedness to the weight of shepherding God’s people
- Desire to serve and not be served, in imitation of Christ
- Recognition of weaknesses
- Commitment to personal spiritual growth
Prayer Prompt
Lord, I pray that my pastor (for a church member)/ I (as a pastor) will reflect the heart of Christ in his willingness to serve the local church. May his heart not be bent towards ego, building a platform, or contentment in worldly pride and pursuits, but in Christ and His plan. Give him the awareness of his pride and it’s effects on the work You are doing in and through your church…
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