Ushers have a unique role in welcoming and serving God’s people. Their service reflects God’s love and hospitality. Today, we’ll explore Bible verses that encourage those who serve in this important ministry.
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1 Corinthians 14:40 – Order is essential in worship
“But everything should be done in a fitting and orderly way.” – 1 Corinthians 14:40
Hebrews 13:2 – Kindness to strangers is a virtue
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” – Hebrews 13:2
1 Peter 4:10 – We are stewards of God’s grace
“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” – 1 Peter 4:10
Matthew 25:40 – Serving others is serving Christ
“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’” – Matthew 25:40
Proverbs 11:25 – Generosity brings blessings
“A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” – Proverbs 11:25
Colossians 3:23 – Work with all your heart
“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” – Colossians 3:23
Romans 12:13 – Practice hospitality
“Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” – Romans 12:13
Isaiah 6:8 – Responding to God’s call
“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!’” – Isaiah 6:8
Galatians 5:13 – Serve one another in love
“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.” – Galatians 5:13
1 Peter 5:2 – Shepherding the flock
“Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be.” – 1 Peter 5:2
Philippians 2:4 – Looking out for others
“Not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others.” – Philippians 2:4
Matthew 20:26 – Leadership through service
“Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” – Matthew 20:26
Luke 14:13 – Invite the marginalized
“But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind.” – Luke 14:13
Proverbs 22:29 – Skillful service is recognized
“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.” – Proverbs 22:29
Mark 10:45 – Serving as a model
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” – Mark 10:45
John 13:14 – The example of Jesus
“Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.” – John 13:14
Acts 20:35 – It is more blessed to give
“In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” – Acts 20:35
Exodus 23:25 – Serving God brings protection
“Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you.” – Exodus 23:25
Proverbs 31:20 – Generous service
“She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy.” – Proverbs 31:20
2 Corinthians 9:7 – Giving is a heartfelt act
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” – 2 Corinthians 9:7
1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Encourage one another
“Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Matthew 7:12 – The Golden Rule
“So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets.” – Matthew 7:12
James 1:27 – True religion is caring
“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.” – James 1:27
Luke 6:38 – The measure you use will be used to you
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap.” – Luke 6:38
Romans 15:1 – Bearing each other’s burdens
“We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves.” – Romans 15:1
Matthew 10:8 – Freely give as you have received
“Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.” – Matthew 10:8
Philippians 1:5 – Partnership in the gospel
“Because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.” – Philippians 1:5
1 John 3:18 – Love in action
“Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.” – 1 John 3:18
Matthew 5:16 – Let your light shine
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16
Galatians 6:2 – Carry each other’s burdens
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” – Galatians 6:2
Colossians 4:5 – Act wisely towards outsiders
“Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity.” – Colossians 4:5