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The Power of Sacrifice and Servanthood

Surrender your Isaac, carry others' burdens and honour people. The keys to sacrifice and servanthood.

The Power Of Sacrifice And Servanthood

As we walk with God, we face the daily challenge of surrendering our will to His perfect will. In this article, I will share the keys to sacrifice and servanthood, and how they relate to our spiritual growth and strength.

1.⁠ ⁠Sacrifice: Giving Up Our Isaac

We must be willing to surrender our MOST PRECIOUS possessions, desires, and dreams, just like Abraham was willing to sacrifice his son Isaac. This demands TOTAL surrender, steadfastness, and immovability.

2.⁠ ⁠Demonstrating Spiritual Strength: Carrying the Burdens of Others

Like Moses and Jesus, we must be willing to carry the burdens of others, which requires absolute surrender to God and is a vital aspect of servanthood. Our spiritual strength is measured by how much weakness we can carry for others, and it's no easy task!

3.⁠ ⁠Embodying Servanthood: Honouring and Respecting Others

As Christians, we must embody servanthood by HONOURING and RESPECTING others, even when difficult.

In conclusion, to truly step into God's will, we must develop a servant's heart. We must cultivate a passion and burning desire to see the lost saved and be willing to serve others with humility and excellence. This requires a SACRIFICIAL love for others and a willingness to deny ourselves daily.

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This post is based on the teachings of Leon du Preez and has been reviewed before publication.

Leon du Preez

Leon du Preez is a prophet, teacher and the founder of Encounter Church, with congregations across South Africa and the Encounter Online Church. He presides over Encounter Global Network and founded the Prophetic Institute, which trains believers to walk in their calling, and he has written more than 10 books. Leon is married to Este-Lee, and together they are raising their daughters, Scarlet Grace and Bethany Angel. More about Leon

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