May 22
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Today's passage from John is a great reflection from Jesus upon the meaning and purpose of his death. Jesus knew his mission was to come into the world to die to save his people from their sins. Yet at the same time Jesus prays to his Father to "glorify his name". In overcoming death and sin, in rising again on the third day, the name of the Father, the name of God is glorified and shown to be the name that is above all names. Our God is a great God.
In John we read about Jesus walking his disciples feet. Here we see more clearly what God's plan for us is. Jesus says this is showing his love for them. In washing their feet he is becoming humble and symbolizing his act of sacrifice that will cleanse his followers from their sins. Yet right after this we learn of the great betrayal of Judas, who will hand him over to be crucified.
I think the part about His believers not telling people about Jesus out of fear of being kicked out of the synagogue is telling both of then & today.
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