43- 4/4- WLC- 48
Q. 48. How did Christ humble himself in his life?
A. Christ humbled himself in his life, by subjecting himself to the law, which he perfectly fulfilled; and by conflicting with the indignities of the world, temptations of Satan, and infirmities in his flesh, whether common to the nature of man, or particularly accompanying that his low condition.
A. Christ humbled himself in his life, by subjecting himself to the law, which he perfectly fulfilled; and by conflicting with the indignities of the world, temptations of Satan, and infirmities in his flesh, whether common to the nature of man, or particularly accompanying that his low condition.
If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet; ye also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that ye should do as I have done to you. Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him. (John 13)
Thoughts: John 13 describes the hidden sacrament. It was done by Christ, commanded by Christ. Yet the sacrament was not to wash feet, but to humble ourselves in service. Service is a visible sign of God’s invisible love. This Lent we are called not to be served, but to serve. This is a good preparation for Maundy Thursday.
Prayer: May we understand your humility and your love for us, O Lord. May we seek to serve others as you have served us.
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