Cultivate the Spirit of a Lesser One - STRIVE TO BE A LESSER ONE

You can experience similar comfort when you humbly wait on Jehovah. (Psalm 42:5) Perhaps you are "desirous of a fine work" and, therefore, are "reaching out for an office of overseer." (1 Timothy 3:1-7) Of course, you should do all that you reasonably can to allow the holy spirit to develop in you the qualities needed by an overseer.  But what if the process seems to take longer n your case than in the case of others?  The lesser one, who waits patiently for a privilege of service, will continue to serve Jehovah joyfully and will rejoice in whatever assignment his is given. 

In our relationship with others.  To apologize is difficult for most people. However, servants of God cultivate the spirit of a lesser one by admitting their mistakes and asking for forgiveness.  They are also ready to forgive others for their transgressions. Whereas pride fosters division and contention, forgiveness promotes peace within the congregation. 

We may need to 'humble ourselves' by sincerely apologizing to another person if we are unable to honor an agreement because of circumstances beyond our  control. Although he may be able to assign a measure of blame to the other party, the humble Christian concerns himself with his own failings and is willing to admit them. -  Read  PROVERBS 6:1-5.

What opportunities do you have to conduct yourself as a lesser one?

How grateful we are for the Scriptural encouragement to cultivate the spirit of a lesser one! Although we may at times find it challenging to manifest such a spirit, having the correct view of our position in relation to our Creator and appreciating his humility can motivate us to cultivate that fine  quality. By doing so, we will indeed prove to be more valuable as Jehovah's servants.  May each of  us, therefore, conduct himself as a lesser one.

Next time:   Forgive One Another Freely

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