Washing Feet

I would like to talk to you today about

washing feet. The hour was at hand when

Jesus would be bound and crucified. But

all his disciples could think about was

which of them would be greatest in the

Kingdom of heaven.

How well Jesus knew their hearts. What

would be Christ’s reply? “He that is

greatest, let him be servant of all.” At that

point, he could have directed them to

wash one another’s feet, but which of the

twelve would be willing?

Following the meal, Jesus laid aside his

garments, took up a towel and girded

himself. What looks of amazement as he

filled the basin with water. The hands

that had healed the blind and touched the

lepers, now desired to wash the dusty feet

of Peter. But Peter refused.

Could you imagine Jesus coming into our

presence desiring to minister with such

humility? Overwhelmed by the situation,

Peter cried, “Lord not my feet only, but all

of me!” Jesus knew his need. He knew

Peter needed cleansing of not only his feet

but also his heart. The hem of His

garment touches the dust where we walk.

Who is willing to gird themselves with

His towel? Are you humble enough to

display his love?

He who took upon himself our humanity

now asks His children to express the

same humble expressions of His love by

serving the least of His followers.

Father, not only my feet but also cleanse

my heart today.

Amen.