Reflections on Holy Week: Thursday (Part 1)
April 9th, 2009 · Posted in Christianity, Holy Week Reflections, Prayer, SPIRITUALITY, The Church Year · 0 Comments
As Christians go through Holy Week, I am posting some thoughts about events that took place during the week.
One thing that occurred Thursday of Holy Week — also known as Holy Thursday or Maundy Thursday.
It was on this day that Jesus gave the disciples the “new commandment” — to love one another (John 13:34). (The Latin word for “commandment” is mandatum — thus the English word “maundy”).
Jesus gave this new commandment while washing the disciples feet (John 13:1-17, John 13:31-38). This action of washing the feet of the disciples shows the humility and servant nature of Christ — an attitude that does not come naturally for me, and that I need strength to work on.
I will post about several other events that occurred on Thursday, but for now think about your attitude of service and commitment to Christ.
Lord — on this day when you showed Your humility and attitude of service, strengthen me so I may serve You and others better, and be better obedient to Your mandate to love one another. Amen.
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