Caring For The Feet

John 13:5 "After that he poureth water into a bason,and began to wash the disciples' feet,and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded".


Religion today has seemed to be more about personal popularity and less about caring and seeking the lost souls of the world.But the word of God says pure religion undefiled is caring for the widows, fatherless and the less fortunate among us.What happened?Are we not are our brothers keeper, isn't the strong to bear the infirmites of the weak?Are there no more feet washers among those seeking and in the leadership roles of todays Church?Well if you want to be the head you must be willing to care for the feet.

There was a time when the church and its leadership took care of the people,now it seems the people are suppose to take care of the church leaders.I remember a few years ago, a world famous Bishop was asked to come pray for some soilders who was about to depart to Iraq to go to war.He turned them down because they could not meet the price he charged for such a service.It is sad when we began to put a price on the salvation or the need for prayer,for a soul that Jesus paid for with His life.Many in leadership positions have office hours as to when you can call on them,yet the enemy is attacking 24/7.To whom much is given much is required.It is the job of the head to care for the feet,remember the good shepherd laid down His life for the sheep.Now true, God hasn't asked us to physically die to save anyone, but we can lay down our lives metaphorically to lead the lost to the salvation of the Lord.

There is nothing wrong with the desire of being a leader.God's word says he who desires the office of a Bishop desires a good thing.But if you desire the office, make sure you are committed to doing the work.Be willing to feed the flock,and not look to feed off the flock.If you are truly the called of God, he will provide all that you need without you having to fleece the flock to eat.A true servant of the Lord will always care for the feet,Jesus did..............