In this 1974 Servant School talk, Clem Walters used passages from Luke 14, Matthew 4, Luke 17 and Matthew 25 to talk about overcoming pride by becoming a submissive and humble servant. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription errors and other minor edits for the sake of clarity. CLEM: For anyone that … [Read more...] about 112. Overcoming Pride
1974 Servant School
113. Satan’s Way and Christ’s Way
This Servant School talk described how the decision to serve one another humbly in the same way Jesus did involves one in a spiritual battle with Satan. Clem Walters used Ignatius of Loyola’s Two Standards meditation to point out that Satan tempts with riches, honor and pride, but the Lord’s way is marked by poverty, insults, contempt and humility. Transcript This … [Read more...] about 113. Satan’s Way and Christ’s Way
114. The Trap of Money
Using examples from his own life, Clem Walters taught Servant School members to examine their attitudes towards riches and warned of the dangers of trusting in money and possessions. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription errors and other minor edits for the sake of clarity. CLEM: This is servants’ talk … [Read more...] about 114. The Trap of Money
115. Work: the World’s View and God’s View
This Servant School talk contrasted a worldly view of work and service with what Scripture says. Clem Walters explained how answering the Lord’s call to a life of service leads to true joy and happiness. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription errors and other minor edits for the sake of clarity. CLEM: Well, … [Read more...] about 115. Work: the World’s View and God’s View
116. Slaves to Whom?
In this Servant School talk, Clem Walters used Romans 8:1-9 to talk about how we can either be enslaved to our sinful human nature (the flesh) or enslaved to righteousness for holy purposes. He then recommended asking ourselves three questions which will help reveal whom we serve. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain … [Read more...] about 116. Slaves to Whom?
117. Prayer, Study and Action
This Servant School talk addressed the importance of making personal commitments to prayer, study and action as a way to become better slaves of Christ and to help overcome any bondage to the flesh. Clem Walters gave practical suggestions about each of the three areas. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription … [Read more...] about 117. Prayer, Study and Action
118. Motives for Serving
This Servant School talk described some common reasons for serving, such as avoiding punishment, getting a return favor, being noticed, etc. Clem Walters talked about serving simply out of love for the Lord (with purity of heart). Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription errors and other minor edits for the sake … [Read more...] about 118. Motives for Serving
119. Servant Leadership
This Servant School talk described what it means to be a leader and illustrated the world’s faulty notions of leadership. Clem Walters described the qualities a person needs to become a consistent, effective leader for Jesus. Transcript This document is a direct transcript of an audio recording, and may contain transcription errors and other minor edits for the sake of … [Read more...] about 119. Servant Leadership