Characteristics of a Servant According to God’s Heart

1. The presence of the Lord rests upon his life.
2. He speaks with power and authority.
3. He loves what God loves.
4. He seeks God’s purposes.
5. He’s fearful of displeasing God.
6. He inspires trust.
7. His word is true.
8. He is deeply identified with God’s feelings.
9. He is the same with everyone.
10. He does not minister legalism or licentiousness.
11. He is wise in his walk.
12. He takes people beyond themselves.
13. He despises anything that hurts others.
14. He proclaims his dependence on God.
15. He is well balanced.
16. He is efficient, but not at the cost of others.
17. His life is in order.
18. Jesus is his audience.
19. He knows how to bear injustice.
20. He loves the truth.
21. His goal is to know God, and make him known to others.
22. He is not satisfied if he doesn’t give his best.
23. He is an optimist, not a pessimist.
24. His greatest passion is Jesus.
25. He delights in giving.
26. Others say of him “That is how my God is.”
27. He doesn’t exploit others.
28. He respects other servants.
29. He is always learning.
30. His convictions are firm, although he can be flexible.
31. He loves being nothing.

This list is written by Don Lessin, a pastor and missionary in Mexico for over forty years. You can order Don's book Abba Cry from DaySpring.com