John 13:4

“He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.”

"He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself." - John 13:4
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What does John 13:4 mean?

The Bible verse John 13:4 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself." This verse is part of the larger passage in the Gospel of John that describes Jesus washing the feet of his disciples…

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Servanthood Unveiled: Embracing the Call to Humility

In John 13:4, we find a powerful depiction of servanthood: "He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself." This single verse encapsulates a significant moment in Jesus’ ministry, illustrating profound lessons on humility, service, and…

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A Prayer of Humble Service and Love

Dear Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I reflect on the precious words of John 13:4, where we see the profound humility and love of our Lord Jesus Christ: “He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.” In this moment, You…

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John 13:4 - "He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself."
John 13:4-5 - "He got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him."
"He got up from the meal, took off his outer clothing, and wrapped a towel around his waist. After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, drying them with the towel that was wrapped around him." - John 13:4-5
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