Gospel Principles
Unit 7: Perfecting Our Lives
Chapter 28: Service
Concept 2: How We Can Serve
"There are many ways to serve. We can help others economically, socially, physically, and spiritually. For example, we can give money, food, or other articles to those who need them. We can be a friend to a newcomer. We can plant a garden for an elderly person or care for someone who is sick. We can teach the gospel to someone who needs the truth or comfort someone who grieves.
We can do small and large acts of service. We should never fail to help someone because we are unable to do great things. A widow tells of two children who came to her door shortly after she had moved to a new town. The children brought her a lunch basket and a note that read, "If you want anyone to do errands, call us. "The widow was gladdened by the small kindness and never forgot it.
Sometimes, however we must sacrifice greatly to serve someone. The Savior gave up his life in serving us.
Discussion
How have you benefited at some time from kind acts of service?
Think of as many ways to serve as you can."