As the path took Jesus back into the city on that Thursday, his disciples prepared a room where they could all gather to celebrate the passover meal together. They had no idea how the evening would unfold.
Jesus used this time as yet another teaching moment. He knew what was coming and he wanted his followers to be ready. He explained that the life of a follower is a life of humble service. There is no place for wanting to be first in God’s Kingdom. He demonstrated this important lesson by going to each disciple and washing his feet. The point he was making was that even he came to serve and not be served. As the path led out of that room, into a garden and then on into a mock trial and crucifixion, the lesson became even more clear. He came to serve all of humanity with the ultimate sacrifice.
As we pass through this day, stay close to Jesus. Listen to the words he offered his disciples. Watch as he passed the cup and bread. Pay close attention to the symbolism of his act of service.
Stay close!
Clay in the Hands 
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