The disciple's conversation stopped as they saw Jesus get up from the table and grab a towel and a basin. As Jesus began washing their feet, their minds raced, "How can this man, the Son of God, be lowering Himself to wash our dirty, stinky feet?" They were all thinking it, but Peter was the only one with enough guts, or lack of self-control, to say it, "You will never wash my feet!" Jesus responded, "You do not now realize what I am doing, but later you will understand." (John 13: 1-7)
I think a lot of us would be right there with Peter. The image of Jesus on His knees washing our feet is not how we usually envision Him. We see Him in sparkling white robes, riding a magnificent stallion, or sitting high upon His throne; not on a dusty floor washing dirty feet.
Yes, Jesus was there at the creation. Yes, He is the all-powerful Son of God, but I think this is the best picture of Jesus. For He came, not to be the king high up on his throne, but to meet people at the point of their need. If Jesus came to serve His people, how much more should we be serving His people? We should be ready with our towel and basin to wash our brother's feet when they come in from a long journey. service should be something we do as a daily thing, not as a special event.
This was partly inspired by a song by Michael Card. It may not be your kind of music, but listen to the lyrics.
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