During a meal with his disciples in John 13:1-17, Jesus did something that shattered social norms. He dressed like a slave and performed a task that was beneath most slaves by washing his disciples' feet. Although he didn't explain his actions completely, he gave us enough clues to find three important lessons. The first two lessons are about what he can do for us and the third about what we can do for each other. (sermon notes)
Although the son of Elizabeth would be great, the son of Mary would be even greater!
Although sin twists the law for evil purposes, the law itself is good.
The chief priest could not control his wicked sons, so God removed them all and raised up the one who could intercede between humans...
