Christ is whom we serve and follow. As we come to the end of year 2021, we consider how we should evaluate this past year and our lives en toto. The question inevitably arises as to what standard by which we should make this evaluation. In this text of Scripture, Jesus gives us the grid by which we should examine our lives. In two words, the standard is lordship and imitation. How have we honored Jesus as Lord over our lives (“serve Me”) and how have we become more like Him (“follow Me”). May the Holy Spirit grant to us open eyes to see our lives rightly.