Matthew 25:40 – Serving Jesus by Serving Others
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’”
John 13:15 – An Example Set by Jesus
“I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you.”
1 Peter 4:10 – Using Your Gifts for God’s Glory
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.”
Galatians 6:10 – Doing Good to All
“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.”
Colossians 3:17 – Everything Done in the Name of Jesus
“And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Matthew 20:28 – Jesus Came to Serve
“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.”
James 1:27 – Caring for the Vulnerable
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”
Mark 10:45 – Serving Others as Jesus Did
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
1 Timothy 4:12 – Setting an Example in Speech, Conduct, Love, Faith, and Purity
“Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.”
Romans 12:10 – Outdoing One Another in Showing Honor
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Philippians 2:3-4 – Considering Others Above Yourself
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.”
Proverbs 19:17 – Showing Kindness to the Poor
“Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done.”
1 John 3:18 – Love in Action
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”
Romans 12:13 – Practicing Hospitality
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.”
Galatians 5:13 – Serving One Another in Love
“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.”
Hebrews 13:2 – Showing Hospitality to Strangers
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.”
Mark 9:35 – Serving Others with a Servant’s Heart
“Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, ‘Anyone who wants to be first must be the very last, and the servant of all.’”
1 Corinthians 16:14 – Letting All Your Actions Be Done in Love
“Do everything in love.”
Ephesians 6:7 – Serving Wholeheartedly as if Serving the Lord
“Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people.”
1 Peter 5:2-3 – Leading with Humility and Serving Others
“Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock.”
Matthew 23:11 – The Greatest among You Shall Be Your Servant
“The greatest among you will be your servant.”
Proverbs 3:27 – Not Withholding Good from Those Who Deserve It
“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act.”
Psalm 82:3 – Defending and Rescuing the Weak and Needy
“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and the oppressed.”
Titus 3:14 – Devoting Ourselves to Doing What Is Good
“Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives.”
Isaiah 58:10 – Sharing with the Needy and Satisfying the Afflicted
“and if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, and your night will become like the noonday.”
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Luke 6:38 – Giving Generously and It Will Be Given to You
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
Judges 17:6 – Doing What Is Right in Your Own Eyes
“In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit.”
Romans 15:1 – Bearing with the Weak
“We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves.”
Hebrews 6:10 – God Will Not Forget Your Work and Love
“God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.”
Proverbs 11:25 – Refreshing Others Will Be Refreshed
“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”
1 Peter 3:8 – Sympathizing and Loving One Another
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.”
Proverbs 22:9 – Generous to the Poor, Richly Blessed by God
“The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor.”
Matthew 10:42 – Helping the Least of These
“And if anyone gives even a cup of cold water to one of these little ones who is my disciple, truly I tell you, that person will certainly not lose their reward.”
Proverbs 14:21 – Showing Compassion to the Needy
“Whoever despises their neighbor sins, but blessed is the one who is kind to the needy.”
Ephesians 4:28 – Working and Sharing with Others in Need
“Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.”
2 Corinthians 9:7 – Giving Cheerfully and Generously
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.”
Proverbs 28:27 – Giving to the Poor Will Never Lack
“Those who give to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to them receive many curses.”
Matthew 5:16 – Letting Your Light Shine before Others
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Hebrews 13:16 – Doing Good and Sharing with Others
“And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”
Romans 2:4 – The Kindness of God Leads to Repentance
“Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, forbearance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance?”
1 John 4:7 – Loving One Another as a Reflection of God’s Love
“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.” These verses remind us of the importance of serving others, following the example of Jesus, and using our gifts and resources to glorify God. By being the hands and feet of Jesus, we can make a positive impact on those around us, showing love, compassion, and kindness.
What Does the Bible Say About Being the Hands and Feet of Jesus?
When we think about being the hands and feet of Jesus, we are reminded of the calling to live out our faith through acts of service, compassion, and love towards others. Scripture encourages us to embody the ministry of Jesus in practical ways.
In the Gospels, we see Jesus interacting with the marginalized, healing the sick, and feeding the hungry. For example, in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37), Jesus illustrates the importance of showing mercy and taking action to help those in need. This story exemplifies how we are to show kindness and go beyond mere words to impact lives meaningfully.
Paul’s letters also emphasize this theme. In Ephesians 2:10, Paul reminds us that we are created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. This verse highlights that part of our purpose is to reflect Jesus’ love and care through our actions. Moreover, in Galatians 6:2, Paul instructs us to carry each other’s burdens, thereby fulfilling the law of Christ. This passage points to the mutual support and encouragement within the community of believers as a vital aspect of our faith.
Additionally, James 2:14-17 addresses the importance of active faith by stating that faith without works is dead. James challenges us to demonstrate our faith through concrete actions—helping those in need and addressing the physical and emotional needs of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
In following Jesus’ example and teachings, we are called to step out of our comfort zones and engage with the world in ways that reflect His love and grace. Our actions can serve as a testimony to the transformative power of the Gospel. As we seek to be the hands and feet of Jesus, we fulfill His mission on earth and bring glory to God through our acts of service and kindness.