Serving From Your Knees

John 13:1-17

By Pastor Chad A. Miller, November 05, 2023

Key Texts:

  • REFLECTION: Philippians 2:14-18
  • MEMORY: Matthew 7:13-14
  • CHARGE: Matthew 28:19-20

Summary: As we shift to the Upper Room Discourse in John's Gospel account of Jesus, Our Lord shows us what it looks like when dignity and humility collide in leadership. Following Jesus means we are engaged in humble service to others.


John 13:1-3 / The scene is set.

1. JESUS SERVES !

John 13:1-5

Jesus's version of “towel service”.

See Mark 10:42-45; Phil 2:1-10

2 Dimensions of Jesus's Service:

  1. No one is serving.
  2. No one is below being .

2. JESUS ENABLES US TO SERVE LIKE HIM!

John 13:6-17

Question: Do you understand what I have done to you?

See Luke 11:28; James 1:22

Conclusion: Jesus served humbly. He calls and empowers us to serve humbly. It all comes from a heart of love.

Where is the LORD calling you to serve on your knees?