Matthew 20: 25 But Jesus called them together and said, “You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. 26 But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever wants to be first among you must become your slave. 28 For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

how often do we really recognize that we were created in Christ to serve others? usually we think of what someone could or should be doing for us... if we would really grasp the idea that we are servants rather than rulers.. that we don't 'deserve' anything or aren't 'owed' anything from anyone... and become true givers... true servants to all that we meet... how much would that change our lives and our attitudes.. but in addition to that... how much would it change the atmosphere of where we are and who we are around.... surely there will be a few that will take advantage.. but that would be between them and God to deal with.. for the most part I think it would make us so much more respected and loved by everyone we encounter... 

this is my new year's new me.. to live the life of a servant to Christ and to man... to everyone I encounter! dear Jesus: please lead me in this change, enable me to become this new person... strengthen me to do it with the right attitude and actions.. amen!