Going All-In as Privates in God’s Army

Surrendering Ranks and Privileges: Going All-In as Privates in His Army

In a world driven by competition and titles, it’s easy to lose sight of the greater calling we all share. Whether it’s professional accolades, social status, or even spiritual leadership positions, our ranks and privileges often serve as barriers between us and a deeper relationship with God. But what if we laid it all down? What if we humbled ourselves, stripped of rank and privilege, and entered the service of the Lord as equals—as privates in His army?

The Call to Surrender

Throughout scripture, we see a consistent call to surrender, to lay aside pride and ambition, and to follow Christ with humility. Philippians 2:3 reminds us, “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves.”

Christ Himself, though King of Kings, took the position of a servant, washing the feet of His disciples and ultimately sacrificing His life for the salvation of humanity. If our Savior was willing to step down from His heavenly throne, how much more should we be willing to let go of our earthly positions for His sake?

Ranks Divide; Love Unites

Ranks and privileges, while often necessary in earthly systems, can create division in God’s kingdom. They elevate some while alienating others. When we cling to our titles—whether as pastors, CEOs, or community leaders—we risk creating barriers that separate us from those we are called to serve.

But in God’s army, there are no generals, colonels, or captains. We are all privates, equally dependent on His leadership and grace. Christ’s mission was not about hierarchy but unity. Galatians 3:28 declares, “There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.”

What It Means to Go All-In

Going “all-in” as privates in His army means surrendering not just our titles but also our personal ambitions, pride, and need for recognition. It’s about embracing a servant’s heart and committing fully to God’s mission.

This might look like:

• Serving in humility: Taking on tasks others might consider lowly or beneath them.
• Loving unconditionally: Treating everyone with dignity, regardless of their social status or past.
• Obeying fully: Following God’s commands without hesitation, even when it’s inconvenient or uncomfortable.

A Movement of Surrender

Imagine what could happen if we all laid down our ranks and privileges. Churches would become places of true fellowship, free of competition. Communities would be transformed as we shifted our focus from self-promotion to serving one another. The world would see a tangible reflection of God’s kingdom—one where love, humility, and service reign supreme.

Conclusion

The time has come for us to surrender everything that separates us from fully following Christ. Let’s lay down our ranks, abandon our privileges, and take our place as privates in His army. In doing so, we will find the true freedom that comes from serving under the ultimate Commander, our Lord and Savior.

Are you ready to go all-in? It’s not about what you leave behind but the greater purpose you step into. Together, as equals in Christ, we can march forward in unity and love, changing the world one act of humble service at a time.

Many times over the past year I have asked the Lord if this circumstance, or that bruise, or more than likely that needle, is what I deserve and have earned. As He has led me on a path to “healing” he has reminded me again and again to seek his path, his “Orders” and not the path of least resistance…

So here I am, Lord, Pvt Charlie reporting for the mission of bringing the gospel to the world and calling all to go all-in 24-7 following Jesus…

Blessings from an undisclosed location..:) Wish it was in front of a blazing fire in a fireplace…