Free-flowing Service
"...that I may be delivered from those in Judea who do not believe, and that my service for Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints." (Romans 15:31 NKJV) It is natural to expect appreciation from every good gesture; but consistent sowing of good seeds will be impossible with uncertain wind of appreciation. If Apostle Paul could offer prayer for security in service to sinners, and a petition for acceptance in service to saints, it is obvious that he needed no motivation in order to serve the Lord. Rather than the reward-seeking dedication of service, free-flowing service cherishes the opportunity of laying aside a little out of the remnant of a wasted life in sin, prior to catching a glimpse of the mercy of God. After all, a free-flowing service is an evidence of a fresh-glowing grace in the heart of man.