Serving is central to the Christian life, as Jesus demonstrated when He washed His disciples' feet. The Shunammite woman from 2 Kings 4 exemplifies Spirit-empowered service through her generosity in building a room for the prophet Elisha without expecting anything in return. Her faith remained steadfast even when her son died, and she sought Elisha who ultimately restored the boy's life. This story teaches us that when we serve with pure motives and faith, God often blesses us in unexpected ways. True service means working as unto the Lord with an eternal perspective, knowing that whatever we do for others, we ultimately do for Christ.