Jesus said that he "did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many" ( Mark 10:45 ). In his kingdom, greatness is measured by service. These nine stories about servanthood, retold in our own words, include true accounts of ordinary heroes and some well-loved parables that preachers have used for years. Each ends with a takeaway for sermons or reflection. Stories in this collection: Einstein's Pictures: From Success to Service Eynon Hawkins: The Sailor Who Swam Back Into the Flames The Man Who Couldn't Swim The Bamboo and the Master The Empty Box: A Boy's Gift of Love The Starfish: "It Made a Difference to That One" "He Ain't Heavy, He's My Son" The Rabbi's Gift: "The Messiah Is Among You" A Son for a Dying Man: The Stranger Who Stayed ──────── ✝ ──────── Einstein's Pictures: From Success to Service A popular illustration. The background facts are well documented, but we have n...
Sermon stories for preaching and faithful living