1 Thessalonians 2:8-9

Just as a nursing mother cares for her children, 8 so we cared for you. Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well. 9 Surely you remember, brothers and sisters, our toil and hardship; we worked night and day in order not to be a burden to anyone while we preached the gospel of God to you. - 1 Thessalonians 2:8-9

Dear Jesus,

Give us pastor's and leaders who will serve like Paul, as a mother selflessly serves her children, not counting the cost. Make them people whom we admire for their sacrifice and humility. Help them to model what you are like so their lives match their message about you. Cause them to do everything in their power not to be burden to the people they serve. Oh. Lord, give us selfless leaders!

Amen

Pastor Don Patterson

Once you stop to count what serving others has cost you, you have already stopped serving and have become an employee.