Read John 13:1–30
Who’s the most godly person you know? How do you know it’s them? When someone interrupts another person mid-sentence, is that an indication of a growing relationship with God? Maybe when they brag about
their achievements, or briskly walk past someone obviously in need of help? Obviously not. The marks of a relationship with God are humility and service.
Peter, initially resistant to Jesus washing his feet, is a reflection of how many of us respond when we are faced with humility. We may struggle with the idea that greatness in God’s Kingdom comes through serving, not being served. Yet Jesus gently corrects Peter, emphasizing that only those who allow themselves to be cleansed by Him can truly have fellowship with Him.
Jesus not only washes the feet of His loyal disciples but also the feet of Judas, knowing full well that Judas would soon betray Him. This act of service toward His betrayer underscores the depth of Christ’s love and humility. Godliness is not selective in its service; it extends love and service even to those who may reject or oppose us.
As followers of Christ, we are called to emulate His example—embracing humility and service as marks of true godliness. Whether serving those who love us or those who may hurt us, we are to reflect the heart of Christ, Who, out of His great love, knelt to serve and called us to do the same. Let us remember that godliness is expressed through humility and service, following the example Jesus set before us.
Begin praying with Psalm 25:9:
“He leads the humble in what is right
and teaches them his way.”