Serve God

Men were created to serve God

Serve God

Opening prayer

Glorious Father we come before you in all humility and meekness, we come in the name of Jesus Christ, who is our sacrifice. We ask for enlightenment as we speak on behalf of you oh Lord let each word be a true reflection of you, we don't want to add nothing or take away from your word. We ask that you prune our hearts mold us and let your Word minister to us in Jesus Mighty name. Amen

I often wondered

I often wondered why men serve other gods ,then I have read the Bible and I realise that men were created to serve and praise God . There is something in men ,that desire to worship ,and if that essence in man has been corrupted ,men will seek to serve other gods ,because they have lost connection to the divine light ,shift out of alignment . Their spiritual antenna has been short circuited .

A divine Mechanism in man

There is a divine mechanism in every man and woman ,that if not properly channeled ,it will seek answers , every human seeks their true purpose in life ,that's why when Moses encounters God ,nothing else matters his drive was to please Elohim . Apostle Paul was rampant all over dragging the Saint and throwing them in prison ,one encountered with the Divine ,and his life had no meaning to him except to serve Jesus and he willingly laid down his life for Christ . The Bible said in the days of Seth men began to call on the Lord .

Genesis 4:26 “And to Seth, to him also there was born a son; and he called his name Enos: then began men to call upon the name of the Lord.”

Sin separates us from God

what is so significant about the days of Seth . The scriptures say sin separates you from God ,the farther men drift from Elohim they begin to feel the void . Because Adam and Yehovah had intimacy and when the Sovereign Lord drove him away from his presence that's when death started to take its shape . Moses encountered Yehovah and mount Sinai and he was beaming with light ,the children of Israel couldn't behold him , Elohim himself had to kill Moshe ,death ran away from Moses .

Does God have a need

God is self-sufficient and complete, without any inherent needs. Verses like

Acts 17:24–25 “God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands; neither is worshipped with men’s hands, as though he needed any thing, seeing he giveth to all life, and breath, and all things;”

God desires Relationship

While God does not require anything, the Bible suggests He desires relationships with His creation. This desire isn't out of need but stems from His love and purpose for humanity. For instance,

John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

expresses God's love and intention to redeem humanity: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son...”

In essence, God’s actions and desires are not born from lack but from abundance—His love, grace, and sovereignty. It's a profound concept that has inspired countless reflections and discussions.

Declare the Praise of God

In Isaiah 43:21 “This people have I formed for myself;—they shall show forth my praise.”

it says, “the people whom I formed for myself that they might declare my praise.” We were formed to declare praise to God. We were formed to give Him glory and honor.

God often calls for praise and worship, but this is not because He needs it in the way humans need affirmation or recognition. Rather, this call for praise is seen as a way for people to acknowledge and respond to His greatness, love, and sovereignty.

Psalm 150:6 says, "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord,"

not because God is incomplete without it, but because praising God aligns humanity with a posture of gratitude, humility, and recognition of His character. praise is as much for the benefit of the worshiper as it is a response to God—it centers them, fosters joy, and strengthens their relationship with Him.

While God does not require anything, the Bible suggests He desires relationships with His creation. This desire isn't out of need but stems from His love and purpose for humanity. For instance, John 3:16 expresses God's love and intention to redeem humanity: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son...”

In essence, God’s actions and desires are not born from lack but from abundance—His love, grace, and sovereignty.

So, it’s less about a need and more about an invitation to engage with Him

Why do you Serve God

Serving God in the Bible is portrayed as a way of life that reflects love, obedience, and devotion to Him. It’s about aligning one’s actions, thoughts, and purpose with God’s will, often expressed through the following aspects:

Obedience to His Word: Jesus says in John 14:15, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” Serving God involves following His teachings and living a life that honors His principles.

Loving Others: Service to others is seen as service to God. In Matthew 25:40, Jesus teaches that acts of kindness to others are ultimately done for Him: “Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.”

Worship and Praise: As seen throughout Psalms, praising and worshiping God is an integral way to honor Him and express gratitude for His goodness.

Spreading the Gospel: Believers are called to share God’s message of love and salvation with others. This mission is highlighted in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20): “Go and make disciples of all nations...”

Living Faithfully: Serving God means remaining steadfast in faith, even during challenges. Hebrews 11 emphasizes that faith is central to a life of service.

Using Talents and Gifts for His Glory: The Bible encourages using one’s unique abilities to contribute to God’s work. 1 Peter 4:10 says, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others.”

Serving God is not confined to rituals or acts but involves a heart fully committed to Him. It reflects a relationship based on love, trust, and reverence.

Serving God out of necessity

Here this profound truth about faith and human nature. Serving God out of necessity often stems from external motivations—fear of punishment, societal expectations, or a sense of obligation. It’s a form of compliance that may lack the depth and authenticity of a relationship rooted in love.

When service comes from necessity, it can sometimes feel transactional—an attempt to meet perceived requirements or avoid guilt. Such service may fulfill outward duties, but it risks missing the transformative power of love, which inspires joy, gratitude, and a heartfelt connection to God. Genuine love shifts the focus from "I must" to "I want to," making acts of service a reflection of devotion and adoration rather than duty.

The Bible often highlights this distinction. For example, in 1 Corinthians 13:3, it emphasizes that even the grandest deeds lose their meaning if not done with love. Similarly, Jesus calls people to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind (Matthew 22:37), showing that love is the core of a genuine relationship with Him.

It’s worth reflecting on why someone might feel driven by necessity rather than love. Is it due to a misunderstanding of God’s character—seeing Him more as a stern judge than a loving Father? Or perhaps it's because of personal struggles that make it hard to embrace love fully? Exploring these questions could help foster a deeper, more authentic connection to faith.

What are your thoughts? Do you feel that this resonates with what you’ve observed or experienced?

How can someone transition from necessity to genuine love in faith?

What role do religious teachings play in serving out of necessity?

What are the potential consequences of serving God out of necessity?

Types of Believers on Prayers

Some people only come to God begging

Lord give me this, give me car, give me house, give me job. What's sort of aroma is that, is that the incense, that's pleasing to the Father. Some believers will give thanks with joy even though there is no food on the table. And delight in His name. Offering a sweet aroma that is pleasing to God. When they pray the Hierarchy of Zion acknowledged them saying Lord It's the beloved praying again filling the throne room of God with sweet aroma.

Old Testament

• Joshua 24:15 – “But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve... But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”

Explanation of Joshua 24:15: freewill is at play here , personal responsibility, and commitment. Joshua doesn't compel the people to serve God but reminds them that their choice has consequences. His declaration—"as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord"—sets an example of unwavering dedication to God and establishes the importance of family in the spiritual journey.

• Deuteronomy 10:12 – “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God ask of you but to fear the Lord your God, to walk in obedience to him, to love him, to serve the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul.”

The Lord requires you to love Him, revere Him, in obedience and respect. Love Him with all your heart and soul.

• 1 Samuel 12:24 – “But be sure to fear the Lord and serve him faithfully with all your heart; consider what great things he has done for you.”

The Righteous Judge

A lot of people will say, I have been serving God, for how many years, been praying and still I haven't seen any changes. The Lord says those who wait on Me, will never be put to shame

Psalm 25:3 “Yea, let none that wait on thee be ashamed: Let them be ashamed which transgress without cause.”

The Sovereign Lord is a Righteous Judge. And Being a Righteous Judge, entails you have to Judge fairly.

Psalm 89:14 “Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne: Mercy and truth shall go before thy face.”

If you come from a family who was embedded in idol worshipping and then give your life to Christ don't think, you won't have to face an uphill struggle, because you have blood crying against you. If their foundations are being destroyed what shall the Righteous do? Those children of whom your parents kill their fathers and mother and relatives crying to God against your lineage. Covenant is by blood

Hebrews 9:20 “saying, This is the blood of the testament which God hath enjoined unto you.”

Why Do you Serve God

New Testament

• Romans 12:1–4 “I Beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think; but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith. For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office;” –

In verse 1 Paul exhorts his audience to present their bodies as living sacrifices, “which is your spiritual worship.” In verse 2 he further defines what this means: be transformed by renewing your mind to approve, or discern, God’s perfect will. “Spiritual worship” involves the presentation of the body, accomplished by the renewal of the mind.

The development of these themes is a clue that “spiritual worship” does not refer to a mystical experience. Paul has already used the word “worship” (latreia, verse 1)

• Matthew 20:26-28 – “Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave—just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

• Galatians 5:13 – “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”

These Scriptures emphasize themes of love, obedience, humility, and dedication when serving God.