Jesus Came Not To Serve Analysis

“For two hours tonight, he sits in between his parents with his arms spread out and draped behind their backs. He holds the tops of each of their heads and they nod and blankly drone on about what a wonder and a gift

“Growing up, he was always there as a coach. He wasn’t there as a father. But, now that he’s gotten himself clean for the past four years, he’s been a tremendous father and we’ve gotten a friendship, in fact, that no one can ever imagine. You know, when I first started trying to accept him back in my life, it was really hard, but he had taught me so much from what not to do in my life that I wanted to bring him closer to find out everything that he had to show me. So, it actually helped me out a lot and he’s one of the biggest people in my life that has driven me this far because without him I don’t know where I’d be, to be

However, one character in my life was never ordinary; in fact, he was the exact definition of extraordinary. My “papaw” became my favorite playmate, my other half, and my best friend. We were commonly referred to as "two peas in a pod" and " each other's pride and joy." I loved my grandpa in the deepest, most sincere way a young child could. As I grew older, my grandpa assumed the role of my confidant and supporter. When my grandmother would scold me or when my sister and I would argue, I knew that I could retreat into the loving arms of my grandfather. The only thing that he ever did to upset me was when he said, "When I go, I'll miss everyone, but I'll miss you the most, Bug." Little did I know, I would soon long to hear these

I knew so much about him walking into your lives. I knew the way he makes you laugh, why you fell in love with him, and how he has hurt you. Now I heard his voice for the first time. The first word he said to me was “Likewise.” It was one of those responses you use when you yourself are at a loss of words. I expected no less. The fellow was one of reserve, I can tell. You tell me that you both never go to bed at the same time. Always separate. When Beulah was alive, I made it a point that we always did the important

He smiled his wide smile, and explained that I was all grown up now and that I will someday become what he could never be. At the time, I remember wondering what he meant.

“Oh, baby. I’m so glad your home,” Miles whispered, his voice hitching mid sentence. “I missed you so much. I just can’t believe you’re really here. We never stopped looking, never,” he murmured against her

Wherever we go, he makes it his business to let others know who I am. He has great manners, a high esteem for me just as he does his mother and a grand respect for his father. I tell you…IT IS SEXY! Darold, since our last conversation, two years ago, has certainly lived up to his expectations. He gives good love and we are always out on the town, even on the weekends; none of which Jackson did unless we were accompanied by a third party. There’s so much difference in a man who is into you versus a man that has to be ruled by society on what a woman should be…as Jackson was always a distraction. Yes…the women were there to pick from; but I always thought I had it going on because I was the chosen one. But little did I know I was his victim; I was the victim of his egoism, womanizing, lies, and his deception. I played all the roles I needed to because I always said, “What I won’t do, another one would”. I took that phrase straight to the pit of my soul; therefore, I played the field, I made the game, I was even “picked” for the team. I coasted like I was on cruise control of his favorite car. Let it be known though I played myself. I knew better because I was better. I stood for more than

Almost as if he had read my thoughts, my dad said the simplest and most gracious thing, something that I had wanted to hear for the last 12 years of my life:

I was young at the time, frolicking around, nothing to worry about. I had just got off of school. As I was running home I saw that the fishermen were out on the sea. When I got home, I grabbed about 30 coins and ran back outside. When I got to the docks, I bought a few small fish, only a half-foot long. I started my way back when I started to smell scrumptious bread in the air. I stopped by the baker to buy some bread. I bought 7 loaves. By now I was super hungry. On the way home, I saw a huge gathering of people. I stopped by to see what the commotion was about. And there he was, the Messiah. Preaching the word of God. I was both excited and scared.I tried pushing through

Damn it! (suddenly furiously shaking head) I wish I could go straight to him, and tell him everything. Unleash my hidden emotions, and make things alright with him. (suddenly conscious), but I…I can’t he comes back, each and every time, and I think, I think that’s what’s fascinating about him. He doesn’t do much but when he does, I’m amazed. But I don’t know, what if this messes up, what if I mess up, like Mum and Da - NO! (suddenly enraged). Ed and I are absolutely nothing like her and him, we’re

He always had more friends than us. He always had a way for us to get into the coolest hangouts. And he never was a careless friend. In fact, he was always there. Especially when I needed his shoulder to cry on. Throughout middle school till now, Andy, Jackson, and Martin were my cherries on the top of my banana split that I’d get every other Sunday at Freezy’s diner, right across from Jenny and I. So yes, I had the best of friends. I had a great job. I was ranked number thirty-seven at the top of my class. My very proud lawyers-, or I mean parents. Made my life as lavish as Jenny’s. I was happy, and content, but this isn’t what I thought I wanted… I wanted to feel desired…

Kicking off His sermon with the Beatitudes, Jesus seeks to illustrate the necessary attitudes for life within the kingdom of God. These types of behaviors are generally perceived as unconventional. Yet, all nine of the Beatitudes share two common attributes: dependence upon God and trust in Him. Starting His sermon this way would have been Jesus' way of quickly dispelling the typical views held by the Jews of His day. Frequently, Jews in the first century wouldn't have considered the aspects detailed in the Beatitudes as being important or weighty matters. As Jesus' intention is to correct the misinterpretations propagated by the Pharisees and Sadducees, it makes sense that He would commence His teachings with these "blessed are they" statements.

It’s here and Tyler I am happy for you. But, you moving on to crossmen then college will create a huge void in mine and your mother’s life, Vanessa’s also. Don’t get me wrong we are happy for you and being your father has been a huge joy for me. I know when you graduate and the blur of activity following graduation then going to Crossmen Sunday that we shall never have the same relationship we have had. And I say that not in a bad way at all. It will just be different because you see mom and I have to let you be a man. This is when we find out how well we did and how well you listened. You see now is the point in my life when I look back, with regrets on the fishing trips we never took, on the movies we never went and saw on the hunting trips I never took you on. Even though I swore it would not happen to me it did I wasted many opportunities I should have shared with you. It was not for lack of want to its just that many times life just got in the way. Working every other weekend, maintain a home and 4 acres etc…… there were many reasons that all I appear like excuses to me now. And I apologize from the bottom of heart.

“No one can truly know why, a man like that he's a master of manipulation” he said in a calm voice. By this time it was late and I had to leave “I must go now, it was a pleasure to meet you and hear this story of yours” I said as slowly rising from the couch. He replied in a calm voice “It was indeed a pleasure to meet you, I wish we could have meet on better circumstances”. I begun to leave and as I got in my car he said while standing the the front doorway “May my past be your insightful knowledge”. I slammed my car door shut and left and I got halfway back to the studio until I thought about the last thing he said and I understand.

Thank you, for following one’s points and understanding the logic behind the argument, as you stated. However, you stated, “we must always remember that Jesus always followed the lead of His Father in heaven and did not come to lead, but to serve,” which led one to believe you misunderstood the direction to which the initial point (post) was headed. It has never been a miscomprehension or mistake of the truth as to where the absolute allegiance of Jesus Christ lies. However, the fact that you referred to Matthew 20:28, and gave a somewhat misguided or misinterpretation according to many commentaries, Bible dictionaries (Greek and Hebrew), and Bible scholars alike, gave pause.