the backward path to greatness

Imagine sitting at that dinner table, witnessing the Creator of the universe, washing the feet of His followers, even the one who would betray Him. It's a scene that flips the script on what leadership and love look like in the most upside-down way possible.

The heart of Jesus’ message wasn’t about the act of foot washing itself but the posture of humility and service it represented. In a world where status and power often dictate actions, Jesus introduces a radical notion: true greatness comes through serving others. This act wasn't just a one-off lesson but a call to a lifestyle where serving is not an obligation but an identity. Imagine serving someone who has wronged you, with the same tenderness Jesus did. It's a hard pill to swallow, yet therein lies the path to true freedom from bitterness and a step closer to living like Jesus.

So, what does this look like practically in our lives today? It's about finding joy in the small acts of kindness, understanding that every opportunity to serve is an opportunity to reflect Jesus' love. It’s about allowing others to serve us, recognizing the mutual blessing in both giving and receiving service. And it's about embracing service not just as something we do but as who we are, following in the footsteps of Jesus.

As we serve like Jesus, we’re invited into a journey of transformation, one that challenges us to rethink leadership, love, and what it means to live a life of authentic service.

- Adapted from sermons preached arcoss our 3 campuses on 3/3/24.