The Upper Room

It was the night before Passover,
And we’re all in the upper room.
We were completely unaware
Of what was coming soon.

When Jesus finished his meal,
He girded himself for labor.
Not something we expected
From whom would be our Savior.

He began to wash our feet - 
Work typically done by a slave.
Would you be doing this
Inside a day before your grave?

Peter objected to this work -
Refusing Him to wash his feet.
“If you don’t let Me do this
You can have no part with Me.”

The lesson He was teaching was
His followers were to be of service.
Following our Master’s deeds
Is a disciple’s greatest purpose.

A humble servant is not greater
Than his humble Lord and master.
Sacrificial love and obedience are
What His followers are to be after.

He finished washing all our feet
Ensuring everyone was clean.
Proving He never leaves behind
Anyone who opts to believe.

Don’t do what Judas did
And deny His sacrificial love.
Every good and perfect gift
Comes from heaven above.

What more can you ask of
A God who makes you clean?
Washing off all of life’s dirt
Forgiving every evil deed.

If you will call on His name,
He’ll wash your feet and more.
This is His promise and gift
As your humble Savior and Lord.