After that, He
(Jesus) poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples feet, and to
wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. John 13:5
Over my lifetime and
career, I’ve worked at countless number of public events. The planning and
coordination is very time consuming, but necessary if the event is to be a
success. During those events, I’ve witnessed leaders taking care of the most
mundane tasks, just to fill in the cap. Their willingness to take on the “behind
the scenes” work, speaks volumes to their commitment to serve.
Within hours of Jesus
Christ’s death, at the Passover meal, Jesus performed the most mundane task,
reserved for the lowliest slave, by washing the disciples’ feet. This humble
act showed His disciples (and us today reading this story) that nothing should
be excluded from His children/followers by serving with a humble spirit, even
the most mundane tasks. Wither you are a minister, manager, or just the everyday
Christian, your service to the Lord should never faulter. There are many tasks that
need be completed to accomplish the mission of the church and outreach. Are you
willing to humbly serve?
Therefore, as the
elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility,
meekness, longsuffering; Colossians 3:12
This list of virtues
should be the hallmark of your life. Humility was clearly displayed by our
Savior and we should follow suit, as we live out our lives in service to the
Lord. God bless!
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