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Servant.

Paul, a servant."  It is a lovely word. "Only a servant," you say; but what more could you wish to be? When the Archbishop of Canterbury preached at the coronation of the King, he chose as his text the words,  "I am among you as he that serveth."  It is the supreme dignity of the King to be of service to his people. On the crest of the Prince of Wales stand the striking words,  "I serve."  When the Prime Minister calls together the members of the Imperial Cabinet, the official summons reads that  "the servants of the King are commanded to meet."  The King—a servant; the Prime Minister—a servant; Paul—a servant! Life holds no truer luxury than to be of service to somebody. Have you ever been to Stratford-on-Avon, Shakespeare's little town in the Midlands? If you have ever visited the Church at Stratford, you will have said to yourself: "I would love to stand beside Shakespeare's tomb; I would love to worship where Shakespeare wor...
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Philippians 2

Philippians 2 the Ryrie study Bible notes The Exhortation to Humility 1-5 The Epitome of Humility 8-11 The Exercise of Humility 12-18 The Examples of Humility 19-30 Satan fell through Pride. Isaiah 14:12-15 CSB [12] Shining morning star, c how you have fallen from the heavens! You destroyer of nations, you have been cut down to the ground. [13] You said to yourself, "I will ascend to the heavens; I will set up my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of the gods' assembly, in the remotest parts of the North. [14] I will ascend above the highest clouds; I will make myself like the Most High." [15] But you will be brought down to Sheol into the deepest regions of the Pit. … Proverbs 6:16-19 CSB [16] The LORD hates six things; in fact, seven are detestable to him: [17] arrogant eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, [18] a heart that plots wicked schemes, feet eager to run to evil, [19] a lying witness who gives false testimony, ...
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Noel Weeks by Todd Stanton

Editor's note:  Though Noel Weeks passed away in 2020, he continues to speak through his work in Reformata. After we shared his article on Judges last week, I preached on  Hebrews 13:7 : "Remember your leaders, those who spoke to you the word of God. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith." To "remember" is more than an intellectual recall—it is to remember with gratitude and affection. Noel was a mentor, a friend, and a guiding voice in the Australian church. By remembering him, I sought to put this verse into practice. May reflecting on his life and work not only inspire you to read his writings but also lead you to give thanks to God for the gift he was to so many. The Psalter opens up its 150 psalms, not with a prayer, a praise, or a lament, but with wisdom. The very first word gives that away: " Blessed  . . . is the man". Studies have shown that  ʾašrê , the Hebrew word behind "blessed,"   is a word that come...
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