The Lord has given us the promise of His Spirit. But do we receive Him as servants or friends of God? What does it truly mean to be called a servant or friend of God, and what kind of relationship do we need to cultivate with Him to receive His Spirit?

In this message titled “Servants and Friends”, Pastor Jeffrey Walter delves into what it means for us to be servants or friends of God. He explains the idea of servanthood and the nature of the master-servant relationship we have with the Lord. He reveals how we become friends of God and establishes the essential connection between servanthood and friendship with God. Finally, he urges us to pursue the higher calling of being friends of God while diligently labouring as His servants, reminding us of the many blessings of this glorious calling. 

Beloved, the Lord has called you to be His friend. Give Him your will, and He will make you a friend. For the promise of His Spirit is the sure inheritance of all He calls friends.

Theme Scripture: John 15:13-16

Key Scripture: John 15:15 (KJV)

15 Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you.

Other Scriptures: Revelation 13:2-3; John 16:12-13; Matthew 9:17; 2:14; 1 Peter 2:9; John 15:16; Luke 17:10 [All scriptures in KJV]