John 13:1-35

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A man who was God’s own son
Had a plan that was full of fun
To show us His love
He gave us a shove
By washing His disciples’ feet one by one.

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Potential actions to take in response

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1. Love One Another: The passage clearly states that Jesus washed his disciples’ feet as an example of how to love one another. So, one way to take action in response to this passage is to practice loving others. We can do this by consistently showing acts of kindness to those around us, like helping a neighbor in need or giving a compliment to a stranger.

2. Prioritize Service: Another way to take action in response to this passage is to prioritize service in our lives. We can do this by volunteering at a local food bank, visiting elderly neighbors, or donating our time and money to a cause we care about.

3. Live a Life of Humility: Lastly, we can take action in response to this passage by living a life of humility. We can do this by recognizing our own limitations and acknowledging the talents and abilities of those around us. We can also practice humility by being mindful of our words and how they may affect those around us.

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Related passages



Themes: Love, service, humility, obedience.

Related passages: John 15:12-13 – Jesus commands his disciples to love one another and serve one another as he has served them; Philippians 2:3-4 – Paul calls for humility and obedience among believers, as Jesus humbled himself and obeyed the Father; 1 Peter 4:10 – Peter encourages believers to use their gifts to serve one another in love, as Jesus did.

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