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Explore the theology of dirt and love through John 13:1-17. Learn why getting dirty is a symbol of love, humility, and imitating Jesus. Understand the significance of washing feet as a humble act of service.
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Dirty Saints John 13:1-17
Dirt for Play Chinese
Peter John James Thaddeus Bartholomew James bar Alphaeus Andrew Thomas Philip Judas Simon the Zealot Matthew 12 Who Followed Jesus
Dirty Feet Chinese
Why get dirty for others? 3 reasons
“... He showed them the full extent of his love” (1). Love Exemplified
You show your love for others by doing undesirable tasks too!
“Lord, are you going to wash my feet?” (13:6) “Unless I wash you, have no part with me” (13:8)
“Then wash my hands and head as well, not just my feet!” (13:9) Two washings: Body = salvation (once) Feet = confession (repeated)
Humble service curbs pride 1. Voluntary 2. No complaining 3. Unconventional
Sweeping the Floor Chinese
“When a man forgets himself, he usually does something everybody else remembers.”
“I have given you an example to follow. Do as I have done to you” (John 13:15)
Main Idea When you love people like Jesus, you don’t mind dirt.
Why Get Dirty? 1. To show love 2. To show humility 3. To imitate Jesus
Dirty Feet at Crossroads Jerome Carol Evan Alisa Leo Désirée Susan Tech? Folding? Assistant? Events? Wrap-up? Outside? Clean-up? Website Bulletins Finances PowerPoint CSB setup Greeting Service trash