"If anyone speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen." 1 Peter 4:11

We can serve because of what we will get out of it, such as a free day at a theme park if you volunteer; or a paycheck if you are an employee. We can do it to gain security or approval or acceptance of a subculture, be it our family, the church or a community organization that expects it. But we are called to so much more: to do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit, but in humility of mind, think of others as more important than ourselves. We are called to serve God’s purposes. We will be blessed as we do, but all the glory goes to God. He is the One who frees people from the effects of sin.