What does it mean to serve others? For many of us, growing in our ability to serve means learning how to be uncomfortable in situations that stretch our boundaries. It means learning new names, extending ourselves, and focusing on the needs of others instead of our own.

Learning to serve can be a process. Thankfully we have many examples of processes in our day-to-day lives that can model for us what it means to serve.

Reflection Questions:

1. How do you think serving others can lead to deeper relationships or even friendships in your own life?
2. How does knowing and taking care of yourself help you serve others better? Have you ever felt too drained to help others?
3. Why do you think it can be difficult to accept help from others, and how does this challenge your understanding of mutual service?

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