“Jesus rose from supper. He laid aside his outer garments, and taking a towel, tied it around his waist. Then he poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with the towel that was wrapped around him.”
Jesus served his disciples. He set the example for us to be the servant of all. And it is in this section we see that most clearly. The beginning of the chapter, Jesus washes the feet of his disciples, all 12 of them. Right we know this we have heard this story before. But remember who the 12 are now…
Judas is one of the 12, and Jesus served him. The one who hands Jesus over to the authorities. Jesus is troubled because one of his own will hand him over. But the fact that this one is going to do this act, Jesus still loves him and washes him. He sits down and eats with him.
Jesus shows us what it means to serve, by serving the one who hands him into the hands of those that send him to his death. On this day remember the wonderful sacrifice given to us in the last supper, the time of fellowship and the most wonderful gift ever given to us. And on this day remember the command we have been given, to love one another, not who we want, but every one. Jesus served Judas, so we have no excuse.
Gracious Lord, help me to be humble and follow where you lead and show your love to all, through service and giving of what I have been given. Fill me with yoru spirit and guide me in your love. Help me to remember the wonderful gifts of grace you have given me and help me to give that to others. Amen.
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