“It’s the least that I can do.” This is often a polite response to an expression of gratitude, especially when one realizes they could have done more. Such may be an expression of humility, but it could also be an accurate statement if one has made a minimal effort. We are used to hearing the expression, and sometimes say it ourselves. However, such should never be the attitude towards our service to God.

Think about it. In saving us from our own sins, God did not put forth a minimal effort. Pay attention to the words of Romans 8:32 - “He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all…” God gave His only begotten Son to secure our salvation (John 3:16). Is He honored by “the least we can do”?

Jesus did not put forth a minimal effort to save our souls from an eternal hell. Pay attention to the words of Philippians 2:8 - “And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.” Jesus willingly went to the cross in our place. Is He honored by “the least we can do?”

“The least I can do” is not a suitable motto or frame of mind for a faithful servant of the Savior.