With or Without Water
The Gospel of John tells us that on the night he was betrayed, Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. He said to them, “I have set for you an example…”
Have you ever been to a foot washing service in a church? I have been to a couple, and in both instances, the experience was quite moving. At the same time, I also understand many people’s reluctance to participate in something like this. In any case, the point of Jesus’ teaching is clear. We can live out this teaching with or without water.
There’s an old story about a young girl who was on the way home from worship one Sunday morning. She turned to her mother and said, “Mom, something the pastor said this morning confused me.” “Really,” replied Mom, “what confused you? The girl answered, “Well, the pastor said that God is bigger than us. Is that true?” Yes,” replied the mom. “He also said that God lives within us. Is that true?” “Yes,” answered Mom. “Well,” said the girl, “If God is bigger than us, and God lives in us, wouldn’t he show through?
Let us pray: Holy God, You have blessed us so richly. You have served us time and again – nourishing us with friendship, love, and mercy. Open our eyes to the needs all around us. As we reach out to meet that need, fill our lives with meaning and strength. We ask in the name of the One who came not to be served, but to serve others. Amen.
Daily Message Author: Joe Albright
Joe began his ministry in Sarasota, Florida as an associate pastor, and it was in this capacity that he worked alongside the Reverend Dr. Roger Kunkel. Roger was a colleague who became a mentor and treasured friend. From Sarasota, Joe was called to Jacksonville, Florida where he served as the Head of Staff at Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church. Currently, Joe and his family worship and serve at Geneva Presbyterian Church in Switzerland, Florida. Full Bio
