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Matthew 5:39-42

[39] But I say to you, Do not resist the one who is evil. But if anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. [40] And if anyone would sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak as well. [41] And if anyone forces you to go one mile, go with him two miles. [42] Give to the one who begs from you, and do not refuse the one who would borrow from you.

Philippians 2:25-30

[25] I have thought it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus my brother and fellow worker and fellow soldier, and your messenger and minister to my need, [26] for he has been longing for you all and has been distressed because you heard that he was ill. [27] Indeed he was ill, near to death. But God had mercy on him, and not only on him but on me also, lest I should have sorrow upon sorrow. [28] I am the more eager to send him, therefore, that you may rejoice at seeing him again, and that I may be less anxious. [29] So receive him in the Lord with all joy, and honor such men, [30] for he nearly died for the work of Christ, risking his life to complete what was lacking in your service to me.

Notes:

Subject: The “extra mile” principle has had a long and successful impact on hundreds of countries, thousands of organizations and millions of people.

Survey: There was a mutual hatred between Roman soldiers and Jews.

         1. Jerusalem was not Rome.

         2. Judea was not Italy.

         3. Jews were not Romans.

Substance:

1. The Servant’s Mindset:

         “Biblical servanthood is an inner confident mindset or attitude, that is, “a servant’s heart” of willingness to follow God’s direction.”

         “But the greatest among you shall be your servant” Matthew 23:11

2. The Servant’s Mentoring Example: Philippians 2:25

         “My brother and fellow worker and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger and minister (servant) to my need.”

3. The Servant’s Moral Strength: Philippians 2:26-30

         “He was longing to see you…he was sick…all the more eagerly…hold him in high regard…risking his life.”

4. The Servant’s Message To Us:

         1. The “extra mile” is where we begin.

         2. The “extra mile” is where we discover real success.

         3. The “extra mile” is where we find our greatest fulfillment.

         4. The “extra mile” is how we will be remembered.

         5. Remember one mile is my duty—two miles is my influence.