1. Jesus washed their feet (1-5)

Jesus knew that he was soon to be crucified. He knew his disciples' weaknesses. He loved them to the end. He wanted them to accept his saving love and to love one another. As they ate this last meal together, he was troubled. He was Almighty God, but he got up from the table, laid aside his clothes, wrapped a towel around him like a slave, and began to wash their feet.

2. Not my feet! (6-17)

Simon Peter loved Jesus in his own way. He refused to let Jesus wash his feet. His apparent humbleness covered his stubborn pride. We must accept Jesus' serving and cleansing or we have no part in him. Peter immediately repented. He had already been washed clean by Jesus' word, which he had received in his heart (Jn 6:68,69; 15:3). He needed only to have his feet washed. We need repentance and Jesus' cleansing every day.

Application: Lord, cleanse me and rule my heart. Help me to wash the feet of my brothers and sisters, as you commanded.
One Word: Love others as Jesus loved me