Luke 17:9

Luke 17:9 “Does he thank that servant because he did the things commanded him? I think not.

Does he thank that servant for doing the things he commanded him… How many times do I set about doing a job I’m supposed to do, and then think that I’ll get some kind of thanks or good job buddy or a high five for doing it? I love being appreciated for the work that I do, but working for the appreciation is the wrong mindset to take, when I do that I start to be concerned with what other people think, concerned about showing off how good I am, wanting to be recognized. In servant hood the goal is not to be recognized or thanked for your work, the goal is doing a good job because that’s what you’re supposed to do. Colossians 3:17 illustrates what a proper mindset looks like, it says… And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.

Application-I will continue to remember to do whatever I do to the Glory of God, looking at these things as my duty and not looking for appreciation from man.