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Why did Jesus wash his disciples feet?
Jesus washing the feet of the disciples (John 13:1-17) occurred in the upper room, just prior to the Last Supper and has significance in three ways. For Jesus, it was the display of His humility and His servanthood. For the disciples, the washing of their feet was in direct contrast to their heart attitudes at that time. For us, washing feet is symbolic of our role in the body of Christ. Walking in sandals on the filthy roads of Palestine in the first century made it imperative that feet be washed before a communal meal, especially since people reclined at a low table and feet were very much in evidence. When Jesus rose from the table and began to wash the feet of the disciples (John 13:4), He was doing the work of the lowliest of servants. The disciples must have been stunned at this act of humility and condescension, that Christ, their Lord and master, should wash the feet of His disciples, when it was their proper work to have washed His. But when Jesus came to earth the first time, He came not as King and Conqueror, but as the suffering Servant of Isaiah 53. As He revealed in Matthew 20:28, He came "not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." The humility expressed by His act with towel and basin foreshadowed His ultimate act of humility and love on the cross. Jesus' attitude of servanthood was in direct contrast to that of the disciples, who had recently been arguing among themselves as to which of them was the greater (Luke 22:24). Since there was no servant present to wash their feet, it would never have occurred to them to wash one another's feet. When the Lord Himself stooped to this lowly task, they were stunned into silence. To his credit, though, Peter was profoundly uncomfortable with the Lord washing his feet, and never being at a loss for words, Peter protested: "You shall never wash my feet!" Then Jesus said something that must have further shocked Peter: "Unless I wash you, you have no part with me" (John 13:8), prompting Peter, whose love for the Savior was genuine, to request a complete washing. Then Jesus explained the true meaning of being washed by Him. Peter had experienced the cleansing of salvation and did not need to be washed again in the spiritual sense. Salvation is a one-time act of justification by faith, but the lifelong process of sanctification is one of washing from the stain of sin we experience as we walk through the world. Peter and the disciples-all except Judas, who never belonged to Christ-needed only this temporal cleansing. This truth is just one of several from this incident that Christians can apply to their own lives. First, when we come to Christ for the washing of our sins, we can be sure that is permanent and complete. No act can cleanse us further from our sin, as our sin has been exchanged for the perfect righteousness of Christ on the cross (2 Corinthians 5:21). But we do need continual cleansing from the effects of living in the flesh in a sin-cursed world. The continual washing of sanctification is done by the power of the Holy Spirit, who lives within us, through the "washing of water by the Word" (Ephesians 5:26) of God, given to us to equip us for every good work (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Further, when Jesus washed the disciples' feet, He told them (and us) "I have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to you" (John 13:15). As His followers, we are to emulate Him, serving one another in lowliness of heart and mind, seeking to build one another up in humility and love. When we seek the preeminence, we displease the Lord who promised that true greatness in His kingdom is attained by those with a servant's heart (Mark 9:35,10:44). Then, the Lord promised, we will be greatly blessed (John 13:17).
What does it mean to walk humbly with your god?
First and foremost is Jesus Christ. Especially when one considers what incredible power and glory He left behind to become a little baby and walk the dusty roads of Palestine. Nothing of course was in those days more humiliating than crucifixion.29Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.8And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Moses also was humble. This is a remarkable quality given the great many personal dealings he has with almighty God.3(Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.) John the Baptist also in that he was ready to hand over to Jesus and point people to Him although John himself had a substantial following. 26John answered them, saying, I baptize with water: but there standeth one among you, whom ye know not; 27He it is, who coming after me is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not worthy to unloose.
Who pronounce Jesus sentence?
In Matthew chapter 27 (King James Version) begins the trial of Jesus. Although Pilate tried to absolve himself of responsibility (Pilate's wife tried to warn him) he agreed to the death of Jesus as a way to satisfy the Jews. Pilate was the Roman govenorof that area of Israel and didn't want any trouble from the people.It is interesting to note that although Pilate sentenced Christ Jesus to death, to show he didn't want any responsibility for the action he washed his hands in clean water from a bowl. That is where we get our expression "to wash our hands of (something)" whenwe don't want to absolve ourselves of responsibility.
Baby says jesus is coming soon?
It is common for young children to say things they have heard or picked up from others. This statement may reflect teachings or discussions about religious beliefs in the child's environment. It is important to provide age-appropriate explanations and guidance to help the child understand such concepts.
What are the differences between Matthew's and Luke's passion stories?
Some differences between Matthew and Luke's story of Jesus' trial and execution: * In Matthew, Pontius Pilate delivered Jesus to be crucified, and washed his hands. In Luke, he gave Herod of Galilee the responsibility of deciding Jesus' fate, and so did not wash his hands. * At the moment of Jesus' death, Matthew says that there was an earthquake and that dead people rose up out of the graves. Luke recorded no earthquake or resurrection of dead. In Matthew 26:69, Jesus was not present when Peter denied him.In Luke 22:61, Jesus was present when Peter denied him
What happened on the first day when Jesus met Mary?
she wash his feet with his hair
Which apostle at the last supper asked jesus to wash his feet?
Peter asked Jesus to wash his feet; and also his hands and head. John 13:9
What would you have done if Jesus wanted to wash your feet?
He showed humbleness, so I would try to show humbleness back and allow him to wash my feet if he wanted to, and wash his feet if he allowed.
What desciple said you will never wash my feet?
Peter said to Him. "You shall never wash my feet!" Jesus answered and said unto him "If I don't wash your feet then you will have no part of me." John 13:8
What did people wash on Maundy Thursday?
they washed other peoples feet, which when Jesus did wash his disciples feet it was the celebration of the Eucharist.Hope this helpsbusy-bee out!
When did Jesus wash the feet of his dsciples was it after or before the passover feast?
I believe it was before.
Which disciple did not want Jesus to wash his feet at the last supper?
Simon Peter.
What did Jesus gather with his disciples to celebrate on Holy Thursday?
The last supper
Which apostle refuses to get his feet washedby jesus?
(John 13:8) Peter said to him: "You will certainly never wash my feet."
What did jesus wash for the discples at the last supper?
Jesus washed the deciples feet at the last supper. This was something that a servant did and Jesus was showing them that they too are to be servants. How humbling that must have been for the deciples to see the Son of God washing their feet.
What apostle asked Jesus to wash not your feet only but also your hands and my head was it Peter John Andrew or Judas at the last supper.?
It was Peter.John 13:8, 9 - Peter said to Him, "You shall never wash my feet!" Jesus answered him, "If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me." Simon Peter said to Him, "Lord, not my feet only, but also my hands and my head!"[NKJV]
Why do some christians wash each other feet on Maundy Thursday?
Jesus washed his disciples feet at the Last Supper(oo) ( )// ( )//
