Service

Service

"It is more blessed to give than to receive" (Acts 20:35).

Service is not just an act; it is a mindset and a way of life. It's choosing to put our focus on the well-being of others over our own. It's the mindset of both God the Father and Jesus Christ, and one we need to cultivate in ourselves as well. Below, you'll find resources on why we serve and how to serve better.

The Beauty of the Small Things

A blog post by Amanda Boyer

This past weekend was my first year to observe and be involved at the General Conference of Elders. The GCE is a gathering of the elders and ministers of the United Church of God to focus and improve on the Church’s mission to preach the gospel and prepare a people.

Posted May 11, 2012 | 2 comments

Lift Up Your Eyes

There are times in our lives when we feel discouraged.

Posted April 26, 2012 | 0 comments

Like It or Leave It

The pursuit of happiness is a journey we all take in one way or another.

Posted April 24, 2012 | 0 comments

Build the Temple

A blog post by Amanda Boyer

In the time of the minor prophet Haggai, Judah had just come back from captivity in Babylon and the temple was in ruins. Nebuchadnezzar II had destroyed the temple at the siege of Jerusalem and it was time for it to be rebuilt.

Posted April 20, 2012 | 4 comments

Add Some Service to Your Summer

Whitney Creech

Finding ways to serve others this summer can be a very rewarding and fun activity. Let's look at three areas where you can personally get involved. Discover how to serve within your regular routine. Service opportunities are all around us!

Posted April 15, 2012 | 0 comments

Seasoning

We put a variety of spices into our foods and call that "seasoning."

Posted April 12, 2012 | 2 comments

The Dollar

Will Rogers once said, "Our problem is not what the dollar is worth at home or abroad—it is how to get hold of it, whatever it's worth."

Posted April 10, 2012 | 0 comments

Pure Motives

Some people are committed to helping others and doing good to a degree that we marvel at.

Posted April 3, 2012 | 1 comments

Teaching Children to Sing Hymns in a Church Service

Dan Salced

Singing hymns in a church service is an excellent way to worship God.

Posted March 12, 2012 | 4 comments

Are You a Great Christian?

Gary Antion

To become a great Christian, you have to become a servant.

Posted February 23, 2012 | 3 comments

Videos in Service

Rich

What will you do with what God has given you?

Queen Elizabeth's Diamond Jubilee

This week marks the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the throne of England. She has set a marvelous example of service.

Service Sermons

Prophetic Events and Christ's Warning to His People

Presented by Dennis Luker

Lets look at some of the plain and clear warnings that Christ gave to us, His people, about the time of the end—how to prepare, how to make sure we're ready, how to make sure we're in the right attitude.

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Posted November 3, 2011 | 0 comments | Transcript Included

Finishing the Work God Has Given Us to Do

Presented by Dennis Luker

Will you finish the work that God has given you to do in His church? And will we, together, finish the work that He has given us to do?

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Posted September 16, 2011 | 0 comments | Transcript Included