Lesson for April 22, 2023
GREATEST AMONG YOU A SERVANT
Scripture Reading: Luke 9:46-62.
Memory Verse: Matthew 20:27.
- What strife arose among the apostles in Luke 22:24?
- Was the Saviour to be ministered unto or to serve others? Luke 22:27.
- What did the Saviour say about Gentile leaders exercising lordship and exhibiting authority? Mark 10:42.
- Did he commend or condemn such among church leaders? Mark 10:43.
- Did the Saviour give us an example of being served, or of serving others? Mark 10:44,45.
- Are leaders and others commanded to follow Him, and to walk as He walked? John 8:12; 1 Peter 2:21.
- What commands are further given to the Elders and leaders concerning coercion and ruling by force and fear? 1 Peter 5:1-3.
- What is the position and duty of leaders toward the laity of the Church of God? Acts 20:28.
- What will be the work of each disciple (follower) of Christ to prove his or her love for Him? John 21:15.
Note. The words of every true disciple will be seasoned with strengthening food for encouragement to press on. He will also practice self denial and prefer others before himself.
- In order to impress this solemn duty upon us, our Saviour used the words “Feed my sheep”; were these words repeated to Peter? John 21:16,17.
- Was Paul’s life filled with self denial and hardship, or did he (because he was a chosen leader in the Church of God) seek after material benefits and follow a life of ease? 2 Corinthians 11:26-28.
- Did Paul rule the people through threats, coercion and fear, or were they subject to his commands through love? Acts 20:31-35.
- Are we commanded to follow the example set by Paul, as well as in the steps of Christ? 1 Corinthians 11:1.
- Should we seek the favor and company of those considered great among men? Romans 12:16.
- What good instruction is given in Romans 12:10?
- What witness do we have in Hebrews 3:5 concerning a great leader, chosen by God, in Old Testament times?
- What qualifications for a servant are set forth in 2 Timothy 2:24,25.
