As we serve each other…. (devo reflection)

John 13:5 Then He poured water into a basin and began to wash the disciples’ feet and to wipe them with a towel that was tied around Him.
On the night He was betrayed, after Jesus ate with His disciples, He washed their feet. Even in today’s time, that can be an unpleasant task, but back then, when you walked everywhere, when indoor plumbing wasn’t a thing, to wash someone’s feet was a dirty, lowly task. His last act, His last interaction with those He dearly loved, was a humble act of service. Lord, Help me to be more like You.
John 13:7 Jesus answered, “You do not know now what I am doing, but later you will understand.”
There is so much we can’t understand on this side of the veil. God’s ways are not like our ways, and we are shackled by our limited human understanding. But we know the fiercely loving, deeply compassionate heart of God. So even when we don’t understand, even when life seems utterly senseless, we can cling to the goodness of God, knowing that somehow, someway, He can use all things for our good and His glory. Thank You, Jesus.
John 13:15 “For I have set you an example, that you also should do as I have done to you.”
Lord, Thank You for this day and for Your loving kindness. Thank You for leaving us with an example of humble service even as You knew Your time was drawing near. Thank You for the reminder that we don’t always understand what You are doing but that we always know Your heart. Help us to trust Your love and Your goodness, even when we are afraid and confused. Draw us closer to You as we serve each other. Amen.
John 13:34 “I give you a new commandment, that you love one another. Just as I have loved you, you also should love one another.”
Have a blessed day.