In Matthew 26:26–29, Jesus served his disciples with the greatest gift of all—himself. Taking some bread, he broke it and gave it to his disciples with these instructions: “Take and eat; this is my body.” Similarly, he took a cup and charged them with these words of promise and hope: “Drink from it, all of you. This is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.” Jesus foreshadowed his own death with this sacramental meal. He laid down his very life for his followers and offered eternal forgiveness for the sins of the entire world. Jesus’ sacrifice serves as a model for all serving leaders. Allow yourself to be broken on the behalf of others. Pour out your energy and give of your time sacrificially in order to serve the needy world around you.

Lead, love, and serve, like Jesus!

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KEY QUESTIONS: What is the greatest gift you can give to those you are leading? What does “being broken on the behalf of others” look like for you in practical terms? How might you sacrifice physically to serve the needy world?