Humbleness

Luke 9:46-50

"An argument started among the disciples as to which of them would be the greatest. Jesus, knowing their thoughts..."

Obviously we're seeing a lack of humility in the disciples here. Nothing new, really. It's a common thread that runs through humanity, and God has had to deal with us thinking too much of ourselves too many times. But instead of a typical "Don't be proud, be humble" chastisement from Jesus, he gives a tangible, attainable example for them to follow.

Do you see the ones among you whom you think aren't able or worth introducing to Jesus? (For the disciples, it was a child. Who would it be for us?)

Serve them. Welcome them in Jesus' name (which means treat them as Jesus would), and you are welcoming Jesus, and through him, welcoming God. I've heard it said that when you love someone unconditionally (by the power of the Holy Spirit), you are inviting God to come in... into your life, their life, your relationship with them, and everything that touches it. You are opening the door and welcoming God in... something is bound to happen if we welcome God into a place. He can't help but BE GOD, and we've seen what's possible with Him: everything and anything.