Jesus displays the character of God for us to imitate.

Among those involved in the recent rescue of the boys trapped in the Thai cave, much humility was shown. This raises the question ‘where should we look for our example of humility?’  This passage shows the astounding humility of God, in the person of Jesus Christ, taking on flesh and becoming a servant … washing the disciples’ feet.

Jesus’ example is one to imitate. It is how his disciples should act and has different aspects in differing situations. We might admire humility by a worker in a rescue situation which is according to the standards of the world. Jesus’ disciples, however, must follow him. Their humility will not always be on public display but will be connected with their stewardship of the gospel message … ‘believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved’.