“A Servant Is Not Greater Than Her Master”
📖 “Remember the word that I said to you, ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted Me, they will also persecute you…”
—John 15:20a (NKJV)
There’s a strange comfort in Jesus’ words here—He never promised ease, but He did promise understanding.
When you feel misunderstood for your faith,
When obedience costs you friendships, opportunities, or peace,
When your convictions are mocked,
You are not alone.
Jesus walked this road before you.
He was slandered, hated, misunderstood, rejected… and He never sinned.
If He was treated this way, why would His followers be immune?
You are not greater than your Master—but you are held by Him.
You are not stronger—but you are sustained by His strength.
Following Christ means embracing this: the way of the cross precedes the crown.
But the One who walked before you now walks with you.
Reflection Questions:
- What persecutions (large or small) have you faced for following Jesus?
- How does knowing Jesus faced the same help you endure?
Prayer:
Lord, remind me that I am not greater than You. If You were rejected, I shouldn’t be surprised when I am too. Help me endure with grace, truth, and courage—just like You did. Amen.
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