The document discusses the concept of "second mile service" based on a Bible verse. It encourages going above and beyond what is expected in various areas of life, like work, family, and helping others. Specific examples are given, like a grocer who gives a little extra product, or helping an enemy in need. The overall message is that doing more than required can make life better for oneself and others.

1. The Second Mile
That Brings a Smile
The blessings of second mile
service
Matthew 5:38-42

2. Learn this verse
 Boy memorizing this verse
 “Go with him by train”
 Background
– Roman occupation of Palestine
– Law said citizens could be compelled to assist
government officials
– Limited to one mile – no more

3. Application
 The Jews despised the Roman occupation
 They hated being required to carry supplies
for the Roman army
 TODAY– Message is –
DO MORE THAN IS EXPECTED!

4. Application
 Millionaire success story
 What is the secret of your success?
 “And then some - -”

5. A Little More
 We recall the kind old grocer when the
sugar he would pour,
 He’d tip the scales to balance, then he’d
add a little more
 And his business how it prospered! Folks
were always in his store;
 For he have an honest measure, and he’d
add a little more.

6. A Little More
 So it is with life, my brother
 We would write a better score,
 When we’ve done what is expected,
 If we’d add a little more!
 Here are 4 observations about second mile
service

7. 1 – The Traveler is Happier
 Surgeon – “Sleeping knots”
 “I sleep when the wind blows.”
 Jewish man
– Angry – one mile traveler
– Disciple of Jesus

8. 2 – Bring out the Best in Others
 Woman who wants a divorce
– Really hurt him as he hurt me
 Romans 12:20 – Therefore “If your enemy is
hungry, feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a
drink, For in so doing you will heap coals of
fire on his head.”
 Bring him to a sense of shame

9. 3 – Lighten the Burdens of Life
 One mile home
– Running late
– Old housecoat
 Two mile home
– Running late
– New housecoat

10. 4 – Road was Traveled by Christ
 God was patient with us
 Christ came to earth
 Christ
died on the cross –
THAT IS SECOND MILE SERVICE

11. Learn the Lessons
 We need to travel the second mile
– In our homes
– At school, work, business
– In the church
– With friends and enemies
– Among the lost and erring