Serve Him

If God doesn't need anything from us, then why does He command us to serve Him? In life, no matter where you are, whether at work, at home or busy with something else, you are serving in one way or another. It could be serving people at the office, maybe serving people with your services, or making food at home - serving. Serving comes in many ways and forms.

But what about God? When we read through the New testament we see that Jesus did not come to be served, but He came to serve us, His people. He served in many ways, and the main serving he did for us was to pay for our sins on the cross. He doesn't need our work, nor does He need our money. He doesn't need our worship or praises to bolster His self-esteem.

Let's see what the bible says -
"The God who made the world and everything in it, being Lord of heaven and earth, does not live in temples made by man, nor is he served by human hands, as though he needed anything, since he himself gives to all mankind life and breath and everything." (Acts 17:24-25)

He gives us everything as it is. He is God! Then why serve Him? We do it firstly for His glory. He commands us to serve [and to praise/worship Him] for our joy. It becomes an act of joyfulness when serving Him. Psalm 100:2 says we should serve the Lord with gladness. Yes, with a cheerful heart we should obey His commands. He already gives us all for free. Enjoy!