Let Christ Be Your Role Model

Scripture Reading - Phil. 2:5-8 "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation , and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross."

In the sports world, there are many so called role models. Some set great examples, and some set examples that leave a little something to be desired. I can remember as a young teenager wearing the jerseys of a favorite player. I would pretend to be that particular player in sandlot games. I stood like they did in the batter's box, learned their favorite move on the basketball court. I would boast to my friends of how much better my favorite player was than theirs. Actually they had a great influence on my life. I paid attention to what they said. I see my son doing the same things with the players of his generation. But , the greatest example of a role model we have is our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Today's scripture reading encourages us to let the mind of Christ infiltrate our lives. We need to make Him our role model and follow His example of humbling himself and taking on the form of a servant. I have had the privilege of taking part in one foot washing service since I had accepted Christ as my Lord and Savior. It was one of the best services that I have ever attended. It symbolized our willingness to serve our brothers and sisters in Christ. My home church does not practice this ritual, but, I am forever grateful that I was blessed to take part in this service. If there ever was an area we need to pay close attention to, it is the area of servitude. Jesus taught the disciples how to be the very best they can be. The message of this lesson was to learn how to serve. Follow Jesus' example in today's scripture; keep your reputation pure, take on the form of a servant, obediently put to death your fleshly desires and sit back and watch as you enjoy the great benefits that come from having Jesus as your role model.

Be Blessed and Live in the NOW