Servant leader

I was sharing 3 learning points about leadership from Matthew 20:20-28 to a group of teenagers aged 11-18. Just to share with you too.

Lesson 1 (Vs 20-23): Being a leader is not about seeking self-interest.
Unlike James and John's mother who ask for a return for her sons because they followed Jesus, thus asking the question "What do I gain from becoming a leader?", we focus is to seek out God's purpose through us by the leadership role we play.

Lesson 2 (vs 24-28): Christian leadership is about serving others. It is about putting other people's interests first, serving them in light of the attitude of a humble servant.

Lesson 3 (vs.28):Leaders are clear about their mission and are he committed to do it
Jesus knew the reason he came into the world is to save you and me from the punisment of sin. A leader knows why he is appointed, he knows his responsibilities and carries them out well with full commitment even when it is difficult or even when it is not enjoyable.

10 reasons to sing

I will be sharing something about my singing experience with a choir group that I'm current attached with, next Sunday at a church where we will be singing. As I'm still deciding what to share,the idea of sharing my joy of sing came to mind and I listed 10 things.
1. We are created to reflect the glory of God
2. We are called to speak to one another in psalms, hymns and spiritual song
3. God speaks to us through music and songs
4. We are reminded of God's goodness and faithfulness
5. We sing as a response to God's deeds in our lives
6. We share God's message of salvation
7. We learn to worship God together
8. When we don't know how to lament to God, songs helps us to express to Him
9. We are humbled by the fact that God gives us the ability to sing to Him with the voices He has given us
10. We bless others when they are ministered to through our singing