Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—John 13:1-5
by: Andrew J. Camenga.
Jesus knew that the "Father had given all things into His hands" (v. 2). God exalted him and gave Jesus authority, power, strength, and ability. He stood over priests, prophets, kings, and emperors. Jesus could command anything, and it would happen.
Jesus took a towel and a basin and began to wash and dry the disciples' feet. This is the power of God in action. As surely as God is able and willing to speak the world into being, he is able and willing to notice and care for our needs. This is the nature of God's power and love.