Introduction:
As believers, we are called to serve the Kingdom of God with unwavering dedication and enthusiasm.
Our background scripture, John 9:4, sets the tone for this : “We must work the works of Him who sent Me as long as it is day; night is coming when no one can work.”
This verse emphasizes the importance of working diligently for the Kingdom while we still can.
The Priority of The Kingdom:
Nothing is paramount to our Lord and Saviour as the matter of the Kingdom of God
He came to this world to save men as well as served humanity.
We are called His workmanship, so we can do likewise For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them -Ephesians 2:10: .
He expressed clearly His priority in John 4:34 when He declared “My food is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work”
The kingdom of God and His service is germane to Jesus’s heart. He commands us His disciples to seek God’s Kingdom and His righteousness( Matt.6:33).
David similarly expressed a desire about love for Gods kingdom, when he said in Psalm 40:8, “To do your will, O my God, is my delight, and your law is deep within me”
Also, in Matthew 6:10, in the model prayer, we are to seek His kingdom. “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven”
Matter of the Kingdom is what guarantees a reward and welcoming in heaven. Even Jesus said “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven”-Matthew 7:21
The Commitment into Kingdom Service and Its Implication:
Jesus demonstrated to His disciples what we must embrace to serve God with total dedication.
- Acknowledging God: the work of God must be the focus of kingdom service. Not just any service but that which pleases God ( Romans 12:2b). Jesus is at the centre of God’s acceptable services. He is the owner of His work and dictates the pace at His term.
- Sense of Promptness and Urgency: Promptness in service is another virtue that speaks commitment to God’s kingdom. Jesus said, “While it’s day, I nust do the work of Him who sent me.’ Promptness is a sign of commitment. Do it now that which has been committed to your hands ( Eccl. 9:10), . Do not procrastinate. It i’s anti–kingdom ‘service. Let’s do it while it’s the day when strength is maximum. Remember, there is a season for everything . But season doesn’t last forever. We are to make the most of every opportunity because the days are evil. This sense of urgency should motivate us to serve the Kingdom with diligence and enthusiasm.
- Right timing: Do what you need to do at the right time. The day is for work, night for rest. Right timing guarantees effective kingdom service ( Esther 4:14-16).
Kingdom Service Opportunities:
We are gifted by God to serve in different.
Let no one say there is nothing I can do.
Ask God today
Take a step today
Conclusion:
In brevity, “Untiring Kingdom Service” grounded in the teachings of John 9:4 serves as a guiding principle for individuals to engage in meaningful, impactful, and continuous service to others, reflecting the values of love, compassion, and selflessness inherent in the Kingdom of God.