Jesus was called a king and a prince but never lead a royal life. He never had a large staff with a bunch of personal assistants, live in a great palace, and the only crown he ever wore was the awful crown of thorns that were placed on his head at his death.
He befriended all the outcasts, the ones that didnt fit in with the way society says they should. He wanted relationships with people who weren’t like him. He got on his hands and knees to wash his disciples feet. He served his fellow men no matter what.
Jesus’ life was the best example of being a servant. His life shows that even the greatest of leaders are called to be servants to all people. Jesus even told his disciples that whoever wanted to be great should be a servant for all. Serving people is what God wants his people to do. I’m not saying that its always the easiest but it is what he commands us to do. Some people wont like or appreciate your efforts to serve them. You may never get a thank you and some just think they are entitled to it. No matter the reason, you are doing what God has called his people to do. If you find that you feel your efforts are not appreciated just keep focused on the reason you are serving them. You are serving the God who loves you unconditionally and does see your efforts.
When your goal is serving others you can be assured that however you efforts turn out that you have a father who is proud of the way you honor him. Think Different about the way you treat others in you life. Do we always want to serve others as God has commanded?