September 8th, 2025
by Joey Hufstedler
by Joey Hufstedler
Hey Guys,
Yesterday, our church gathered around God’s Word to be reminded of what a deacon truly is—and what a deacon is not. The sermon, “Called to Care, Committed to Christ, Commissioned to Serve,” helped us see clearly that the role of a deacon is not about authority, control, or running the church. Instead, it is a calling to humble service, supporting the pastor, caring for the needs of the congregation, and modeling the servant-heartedness of Jesus Christ.
In Acts 6, when the first deacons were chosen, it wasn’t because the apostles wanted to give away power. It was because the church needed faithful men to serve. That truth is still the same today. Deacons are not “boards” or “bosses”—they are the hands and feet of Jesus, ensuring that the ministry of the Word and prayer can go forward unhindered.
Why This Matters for Us
The Gospel Reminder
Ultimately, this calling flows from the example of Jesus Himself. He said, “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). If Christ Himself took up the towel of service and bore the cross of sacrifice, then we too are called to follow His example.
May we, as a church, never lose sight of this truth: the greatest in the kingdom is the servant of all. Let us honor our deacons, not because they sit in positions of power, but because they kneel in positions of service.
Serving Him,
Pastor Joey
Yesterday, our church gathered around God’s Word to be reminded of what a deacon truly is—and what a deacon is not. The sermon, “Called to Care, Committed to Christ, Commissioned to Serve,” helped us see clearly that the role of a deacon is not about authority, control, or running the church. Instead, it is a calling to humble service, supporting the pastor, caring for the needs of the congregation, and modeling the servant-heartedness of Jesus Christ.
In Acts 6, when the first deacons were chosen, it wasn’t because the apostles wanted to give away power. It was because the church needed faithful men to serve. That truth is still the same today. Deacons are not “boards” or “bosses”—they are the hands and feet of Jesus, ensuring that the ministry of the Word and prayer can go forward unhindered.
Why This Matters for Us
- For our deacons: This is a reminder of the sacred calling you have been given. You are not managers—you are ministers. Every meal prepared, every hospital visit made, every hand extended in care is an act of worship to Christ.
- For our church: This sermon reminded us that we must pray for, encourage, and support our deacons as they serve faithfully. They are not called to carry the burden alone, but to help the church thrive as we each take part in serving one another.
- For all believers: Every Christian is called to serve. Deacons simply model in an official capacity what should be the heartbeat of every disciple—humble service for the glory of God.
The Gospel Reminder
Ultimately, this calling flows from the example of Jesus Himself. He said, “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45). If Christ Himself took up the towel of service and bore the cross of sacrifice, then we too are called to follow His example.
May we, as a church, never lose sight of this truth: the greatest in the kingdom is the servant of all. Let us honor our deacons, not because they sit in positions of power, but because they kneel in positions of service.
Serving Him,
Pastor Joey
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