pray for a relationship with God – True greatness is found in serving others through His love and grace.

Message: In John 13, we find a profound moment during the Last Supper where Jesus washes the feet of His disciples. It is a demonstration of humble service and love, illustrating that true greatness is found in serving others. When Peter protests, claiming that Jesus should not wash his feet, Jesus responds with a pivotal statement: “Unless I wash you, you have no part with me.” This interaction reveals the deep truth that our relationship with Christ involves vulnerability and acceptance of His grace. We might not understand everything that God is doing in our lives at this moment, but He assures us that in time, we will come to see His wisdom and love. The act of foot washing symbolizes cleansing, humility, and the necessity of having a part with Christ, highlighting that we must allow Him to serve us so that we can serve effectively in His name. Prayer: Heavenly Father, as we come before You today, we are reminded of the profound love and humility that Jesus displayed during the Last Supper. We thank You for this beautiful example of service that teaches us the essence of true leadership in Your kingdom. Help us to understand that to be a part of You, we must first allow ourselves to be washed and cleansed by His grace. We often resist the washing, Lord, feeling unworthy or prideful. Forgive us for the times we have turned away from Your invitation of love and cleansing. May we embrace the truth that we need You to wash us from head to toe, to heal our hearts, and to purify our spirits. Lord, grant us the wisdom to recognize the areas in our lives where we need Your cleansing touch. Help us to surrender our burdens, our pride, and our self-reliance, knowing that true freedom and purity come from being in relationship with You. Just as Jesus humbly washed the feet of His disciples, may we be inspired to serve those around us with love and grace. Teach us to see the beauty in humble service, to reach out to those in need, and to embrace our call to love as You loved us. As we engage with our community, help us to embody the spirit of Christ, showing kindness and generosity that reflect Your heart. Empower us, Lord, to be vessels of Your peace and to share Your light in a world that often feels dark and lost. May our lives be a testament to the transformative power of Your love. We trust that as we serve others, we also become more intimately aware of the depth of Your love for us. In times of doubt or confusion, remind us of Your promise that we will understand in due time. We lay our hearts bare before You, recognizing that with You, we can have fellowship and share in Your eternal purpose. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.