The Role of the Deacon

This message challenges us to rethink what true greatness looks like in God’s kingdom. Drawing from 1 Timothy 3:8–13, it highlights the role of deacons as servants who show that spiritual significance is measured not by position, but by faithful, humble service. Jesus’ words in Mark 10 remind us that greatness in God’s economy belongs to those who serve others.

The study emphasizes that God prioritizes character over talent or ability. What matters most isn’t our résumé, but who we are becoming in Christ. Acts 6 reinforces this truth, showing how the early church appointed servants to meet practical needs so the apostles could focus on prayer and teaching. This pattern reveals that meeting tangible needs—both visible and behind the scenes—is sacred work that strengthens unity and advances the church’s mission. Every act of service, no matter how small, can reflect the hands and feet of Jesus. The reward isn’t public recognition, but spiritual growth, deeper confidence in faith, and the respect that comes from genuinely loving others well.