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Are you going to wash my feet?. John 13: 1-6. Four Things That Jesus Knew. His time had come to leave this world. His Father had put all things under his power. He came from God. He was returning to God. Disciples Question Who among us is the greatest? Matt. 18:1-5 Mark 9: 33-35
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Are you going to wash my feet? John 13: 1-6
Four Things That Jesus Knew • His time had come to leave this world. • His Father had put all things under his power. • He came from God. • He was returning to God.
Disciples QuestionWho among us is the greatest? Matt. 18:1-5 Mark 9: 33-35 Luke 9:46-50 Luke 22: 24-30 Jesus Answers The humble spirit. The servant to all. The one willing to be the very last. The least among you. Those who serves like their Lord. Confused Disciples Have Confused Discussions
Jesus Served The Confused • He got up from the meal. • He took off his outer clothing. • He wrapped a towel around his waist. • He got down on the floor. • He washed their feet.
Why Does Jesus Do This ? • He knew who he was. (Isa.6:1-5) see: John 12:40-41 • He knew who they were. • He knew who they would become. • He knew that his posture would change their disposition.
Has Jesus Washed Your Feet? • This is not baptism. • This is sanctification for service. • This is a move down in status of this world but a promotion in the kingdom of God. • This is humbling for both the giver and the receiver. • Is this the missing step in your quest to serve JESUS by serving others?