Devotion:
Read Matthew 10:1-4.
The word “disciple” refers to a student or follower. From his group of followers, Jesus “called” twelve men to be his disciples. They followed Jesus, learned from him, and were trained by him. These twelve were ordinary men whom God used in an extraordinary manner. Among the twelve were fishermen, a tax collector, and a political zealot. The New Testament Gospels records their failings, struggles, and doubts. They became eyewitnesses of Jesus’ works on earth as well as his resurrection. Jesus modeled ministry for them and sent them out to do ministry. He had them baptize new believers, cast out demons, and heal every kind of illness and diseases. After three years of training it was time for Jesus to turn the ministry over to his faithful disciples. Jesus chose to spend his last earthly hours over a meal with his disciples. After the meal Jesus taught his final lesson. Jesus became like a servant and washed the feet of the disciples. In the foot washing ceremony Jesus illustrated that he had come to serve humankind. And then he told his disciples that in washing their feet he set the example for them to do for others. And through serving others, they would be blessed. Jesus modeled servanthood, not only for the twelve, but for us also. He calls us to a life of service also. When we follow Jesus’ example we will learn that it is more blessed to give than to receive.
Personal Worship Option:
Do you consider yourself a disciple of Jesus? If you follow his teachings, you are a disciple. Think today about the lessons you are showing others. Do they reflect the teachings of Jesus?
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