TO KNOW GOD AND TO MAKE GOD KNOWN
Lent with the Church of England
Holy Week: Sharing in Holy Week
by Kate Bruce
Imitation of Christ is at the heart of discipleship. To do this we must understand what we are attempting to embody. As we share in this Holy Week, we will identify examples of Jesus’ sacrificial behaviour which we can practise in order to grow as faithful disciples.
Prayer for the week
Almighty God,
as we stand at the foot of the cross of your Son,
help us to see and know your love for us,
so that in humility,
love and joy we may place at his feet all
that we have and all that we are;
through Jesus Christ our Saviour.
Humility
Holy Week • Monday
A dispute also arose among them as to which one of them was to be regarded as the greatest. But he said to them, ‘The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those in authority over them are called benefactors. But not so with you; rather the greatest among you must become like the youngest, and the leader like one who serves. 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.
Luke 22.24-27
Why do we see so many examples of leaders lording power over others? Perhaps we can identify that internal hunger to have a seat high up the table, to be noticed and respected above others.
Quivering behind the hunger for such dominating power lies insecurity and lack of confidence. “Not so with you.” Jesus’ humility is a direct expression of his confidence in God and in his identity. I don’t need to prove I am a big shot if I daily root my identity and security in God who tells me I am loved by him. Nothing can change that.
The road of humility is built upon the foundation of confidence in God. Jesus’ identity is absolutely rooted here. Where he treads, the humble disciple will follow – sleeves willingly rolled up. Humility is an expression of freedom. Not having to prove anything to anyone.
Response
Take some time to ponder your identity. You are loved by God. Valued, seen and called by name. You do not need to prove anything to anyone. You are free to serve.
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