Christian Reflection and Prayer

Scripture:

Exodus 12:1-4, (5-10), 11-14
Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
John 13:1-17, 31b-35


Maundy Thursday Meditation....

He gathered around the table for a festive meal with his friends. Suddenly without warning,
he got up from the table, wrapped a towel around his waist, took a basin of water and
assumed the role of a servant washing the guest's dusty feet. His friends could barely
stand it and protested loudly. Could it be that the man with wet hands and a damp towel
did not understand the meaning of the Passover meal? Or could it be that he understood
better than anyone else? Could it have been that he was telling them he would empty
himself and take on the role of a servant even unto death for them, for us? Could it be
that he was announcing that this meal, the water and the wine, would all too soon become
a symbol of salvation, celebration, and call to servant ministry in his name?

From 'Table Talk'