Spiritual Practices: Breath Prayer
Overview
There is an interesting contrast in this passage: Jesus is talking about making the ultimate sacrifice, his own life, while the disciples are comparing notes and trying to figure out where they rank in comparison to the other disciples. They are trying to prove their worth, their importance, and their significance. Jesus is talking about sacrificing his life for all.
In the kingdom of God, significance is measured differently. It is not measured by your wealth, influence, power, or fame. In the kingdom of God, significance is measured by your willingness to serve others. That is what Jesus is trying to tell his disciples, and what this breath prayer is about.
Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, make me a servant.
Overview
There is an interesting contrast in this passage: Jesus is talking about making the ultimate sacrifice, his own life, while the disciples are comparing notes and trying to figure out where they rank in comparison to the other disciples. They are trying to prove their worth, their importance, and their significance. Jesus is talking about sacrificing his life for all.
In the kingdom of God, significance is measured differently. It is not measured by your wealth, influence, power, or fame. In the kingdom of God, significance is measured by your willingness to serve others. That is what Jesus is trying to tell his disciples, and what this breath prayer is about.
Prayer
Lord Jesus Christ, make me a servant.