What Jesus Did! 'Jesus Served Them' — John 21:12-14

Thursday, December 27, 2018

Jesus said to them, "Come and eat." None of the followers would ask him, "Who are you?" They knew he was the Lord. Jesus walked to the food. He took the bread and gave it to them. Jesus also got the fish and gave it to them. This was now the third time Jesus showed himself to his followers after he was raised from death.
— John 21:12-14 NLT
Illustration of John 21:12-14 NLT — "Come and eat." —— "Who are you?"

Key Thought

Here is the resurrected Lord, the King of Glory, and he is preparing breakfast for his disciples. How fitting! Jesus didn't come to be served, but to serve. His leadership was courageous and bold, but always filled with compassion and practical service. This is our hero, and in his moment of glory, he is the servant to those who failed him. Bosses may get a lot out of workers, but servant leaders put a lot into workers so that the work gets done and the workers are blessed. No one has to question their leadership, because those who follow servant leaders are sure of it!

Today's Prayer

Father, if your Son and my Lord could serve those that disappointed him, then so can I. If Jesus can serve when he is powerful and glorious, then so should I. So, dear Father, use me as a servant and convict me when I am not. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings

  • Mark 10:41-45
  • Luke 22:24-27
  • John 13:1-5

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About This Devotional

What Jesus Did is a one-year devotional guide through the gospels, using one short passage each day and following the Gospel in consecutive order. Each devotional consists of a passage, reflection and a prayer which opens up the day's scripture and shows how it challenges you to live for Jesus.

What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware.

Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

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