Word of the Week - Serve
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and give His life as a ransom for many.” – Mark 10:45
Service is simply helping others—but at its best, it’s about adding value to those we serve. I believe service is more than just the task—it’s an attitude. Most of us spend our days serving others through the work we do—whether it’s food, home, tech, or financial services. And we all know the difference between poor, average, and great service—because we’ve experienced the spectrum. We tend to measure service against what we’ve received elsewhere. For example, we don’t expect a fast-food experience to match fine dining—but when someone consistently goes above and beyond, it leaves a mark.
That’s the opportunity: Service is one of the most powerful ways to influence others and make a lasting impact. Just look at Chick-fil-A. They’ve raised the bar and reshaped expectations by doing ordinary things with extraordinary care. We are following their lead and striving to become the “Gold Standard” M&A Advisory Firm. We desire to become the “Chick-fil-A” of our industry!
The Heart of Service
Great service starts inside—with our heart. It’s a privilege to serve others, not a burden. As Jesus said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35) When we see service as a joy, not a job, we begin to reflect Christ more clearly. That’s the essence of the Gospel—Jesus gave everything for us and modeled what it looks like to serve selflessly. As believers, we’re called to follow that example—to show love in practical ways to our families, communities, and workplaces. Often, it’s the simplest acts of kindness that open hearts to the love of Jesus.
Going the Extra Mile
“If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two.” (Matthew 5:41)
Exceptional service isn’t about checking a box—it’s about showing up with a willing spirit. When we exceed expectations—not out of obligation or to be noticed, but from a genuine desire to bless—we create trust, goodwill, and lasting impact. This mindset works in every part of life, especially in business. Going the extra mile is often what turns clients into friends and colleagues into allies. And in God’s Kingdom, the one who serves with humility and joy is highly honored.
“Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves…” (Philippians 2:3–4)
Walking It Out Together
At Founders Advisors, Service is one of our core values. We strive to serve our clients, our teammates, and our community with excellence. A few times each year—like on MLK Day and during the summer—we intentionally step out together to serve in tangible ways. Just yesterday, I had the opportunity to work alongside over 25 of our team members and their families for a Serve Day. We were able to complete several projects at Cornerstone Christian School’s middle school campus. Cornerstone is an amazing school that serves over 700 underprivileged kids (k-12), offering students a godly and safe environment for education and much more. It was a simple but powerful way to be the hands and feet of Jesus—and to live out the heart of service.
I’m grateful for Christ’s example and for the opportunity to serve alongside others. There’s something sacred about coming together to serve—not for recognition, but for impact.
Challenge Question:
What is your heart attitude toward serving others? Do you see it as an obligation or opportunity? Do you see serving as an opportunity to influence and impact others for God’s glory?
Have a great week!