“Whoever wishes to be great among you must be
your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be your slave.” (Matthew
20:26-27)
Many
of you will remember the popular cartoonist Charles Schultz, author of the
famous “Peanuts” comic strip where we find American legends like Charlie Brown,
Linus, Lucy, Snoopy, and Woodstock.
Schultz had a creative ability weave his passionate Christian faith into
his characters and their endeavors. The
following is an article attributed to him that makes a significant point about
the realities of “greatness” as described in the scriptures:
“1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss
America contest.
4. Name ten people who have won a Nobel Prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award
winners for Best Actor/Actress
6. Name the last decade’s worth of World Series
winners.
How did you
do? The point is, none of us remembers
the headliners of yesterday. These are
no second-rate achievers. They are the
best in their fields. But the applause
dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with
their owners. So, with that in mind,
here’s another quiz. See how you do on
this one:
1. List a few teachers who aided your journey
through school.
2. Name three friends who helped you through a
difficult time.
3. Name five people who taught you something
worthwhile.
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel
appreciated.
5. Think of five people with whom you enjoy
spending time.
6. Name half a dozen heroes whose stories have
inspired you.
Easier? The lesson:
the people who make a difference in our lives are not the ones with the
most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They are the ones that care.”
As
we serve one another and others in love, we are demonstrating that we truly
care for them. And that is true “greatness” in the kingdom of God! Remember, God loves you and I do, too!
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