- 1. In a profound display of humility and servitude, Jesus washes his disciples' feet, an act recorded in John 13:4–17, which captures the essence of his teachings and the nature of his ministry. As the Passover meal approaches, Jesus rises from the table, removes his outer garments, and takes a towel, wrapping it around his waist. He methodically fills a basin with water and begins to wash the feet of his apostles, a task that was typically reserved for the lowest of servants. This unexpected gesture astonishes the disciples, particularly Peter, who initially refuses to allow his master to wash his feet, unable to comprehend the depth of this act. Jesus explains that unless he washes them, they can have no part with him, prompting Peter to then request not only his feet but his hands and head as well. Through this humble act, Jesus teaches his disciples an invaluable lesson about love, service, and leadership; he emphasizes that true greatness in his kingdom is found in serving others. After washing their feet, he explains that they are clean, yet alludes to the betrayal that looms over them, indicating that one among them is not clean. He concludes by instructing them to follow his example, saying, 'If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another’s feet,' solidifying the message that in serving others, they fulfill the command to love one another as he has loved them. This poignant episode not only prefigures Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice but also sets a foundation for the kind of community and relationships he envisions for his followers.
What did Peter initially say when Jesus approached him?
A) Wash me all over!
B) Please wash my feet!
C) You shall never wash my feet!
D) I don't need my feet washed.
- 2. How did Jesus respond to Peter's objection?
A) I will wash someone else.
B) If I do not wash you, you have no part with me.
C) Washing is not important.
D) It doesn't matter.
- 3. What did Jesus use to dry the disciples' feet?
A) A towel
B) His robe
C) His hands
D) A cloth
- 4. Which disciple asked to have his hands and head washed as well?
A) Andrew
B) James
C) Peter
D) John
- 5. What lesson did Jesus conclude with after washing their feet?
A) You should preach to others.
B) You should eat together.
C) You should wash one another's feet.
D) You should pray more.
- 6. What does the act of washing feet symbolize?
A) Wealth and prosperity
B) Authority and power
C) Humility and service
D) Judgment and condemnation
- 7. Which Gospel includes the foot washing story?
A) Mark
B) Luke
C) John
D) Matthew
- 8. In John 13:1, to whom was Jesus speaking?
A) The Pharisees
B) The crowds
C) The Romans
D) His disciples
- 9. What did Jesus say He had set for His disciples by washing their feet?
A) A standard
B) A ritual
C) A command
D) An example
- 10. What does Jesus urge us to do in John 13:15?
A) Lead others
B) Preach boldly
C) Perform miracles
D) Follow His example
- 11. What does John 13:17 promise for those who practice serving others?
A) They will be blessed
B) They will be seen as great
C) They will be rich
D) They will be powerful
- 12. What did Jesus know when He was washing the disciples' feet?
A) He knew His hour had come.
B) He would be betrayed.
C) He would teach them forever.
D) He was to be crowned king.
- 13. What perspective of leadership did Jesus aim to teach through foot washing?
A) Authoritarian leadership
B) Laissez-faire leadership
C) Dictatorial leadership
D) Servant leadership
- 14. How did Jesus demonstrate leadership by washing his disciples' feet?
A) By providing them food
B) By giving orders
C) By lecturing them
D) By serving them
- 15. What lesson is emphasized through the washing of the feet?
A) The importance of serving others
B) The importance of ritual practices
C) The importance of truth-telling
D) The importance of receiving blessings
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