As we conclude our series today on the “basics” of Christian faith, we’ll look at the importance of serving God and others.

1. Serving Means Being Available
   

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   Matthew 20:30-32 NLT
   30 Two blind men were sitting beside the road. When they heard that Jesus was coming that way, they began shouting, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”
   31 “Be quiet!” the crowd yelled at them. But they only shouted louder, “Lord, Son of David, have mercy on us!”
   32 When Jesus heard them, he stopped and called, “What do you want me to do for you?”

2. Serving Means Being Grateful
   

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   Psalm 100:2 ESV
   2 Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing!
   
   
3. Serving means being faithful
   

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   1 Corinthians 15:58 NIV
   58 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.