Luke 22:24-27
“24 A dispute also arose among them as to which one of them was to be regarded as the greatest. 25 But he said to them, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those in authority over them are called benefactors. 26 But not so with you; rather the greatest among you must become like the youngest, and the leader like one who serves. 27 For who is greater, the one who is at the table or the one who serves? Is it not the one at the table? But I am among you as one who serves.”
Around the table in the upper room, the disciples of Christ argued over who was the greatest. Their view of greatness, even at this point in their ministry with Christ, did not include servanthood, or lack of pride, or humility.
They would soon learn that none of them were great. They would soon all flee for their lives. They would soon all desert Christ.
In the light of the cross the disciples realized who they were, who Christ was, and their mission on earth.
The sacrifice on the cross gives all believers these things.
May the love of Christ be with you,
Rev. Eric Lanier (Retired)
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