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Cultivating the Noble Art of Bowing Low

Cultivating the Noble Art of Bowing Low

Jun 07, 2026

Passage: John 13:1-17

Preacher: Dr. Scott Hanberry

Series: Serve: Saved to Serve, Called to Care, Sent to Share

Detail:

Cultivating the Noble Art of Bowing Low

John 13:1–17

 

(1) True Service Flows From Love. (Vs 1)

(2) True Service Requires Humility. (Vss. 3-5)

The greatest obstacle to serving is Pride.

(3) True Service Requires Receiving Grace. (Vss. 6-11)

(4) True Service Is an Example to Follow (Vss. 12-15)

What does foot washing look like today? It looks like:

• Encouraging someone who is struggling.

• Serving in areas nobody notices.

• Helping without being asked.

• Meeting practical needs.

• Listening when others need someone to care.

• Giving time, energy, and resources for the benefit of others.

 

The towel may look different. The principle remains the same.

(5) True Service Leads to Joy. (Vss. 16-17)

TAKING IT HOME & WALKING IT OUT (Application Questions)

1. Where is God calling me to pick up the basin & towel?

What opportunity to serve have I been overlooking?

2. Who can I intentionally serve this week?

How can I show the love of Christ in a practical way?

3. What attitude needs to change in my heart?

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