DCLM Daily Manna 14 June 2025 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — The Power Of Example

TOPIC: The Power Of Example (DCLM Daily Manna 14 June 2025)

KEY VERSE: “He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself. After that he poureth water into a basin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded” (John 13:4,5).

TEXT: John 13:1-11 (KJV)

1 Now before the feast of the passover, when Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto the end.

2 And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon’s son, to betray him;

3 Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he was come from God, and went to God;

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

5 After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.

6 Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost thou wash my feet?

7 Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter.

8 Peter saith unto him, Thou shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not, thou hast no part with me.

9 Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord, not my feet only, but also my hands and my head.

10 Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all.

11 For he knew who should betray him; therefore said he, Ye are not all clean.

DCLM Daily Manna For Today MESSAGE:

Billy Graham once shared a story about a black man who entered a church in Richmond, Virginia during communion after the Civil War. The congregation was shocked and angry until a distinguished man, Robert E. Lee, knelt beside him, setting an example of unity and compassion. Inspired by his actions, the congregation followed suit, showing acceptance and respect to all. This story demonstrates the power of leading by example and embracing diversity.

Today’s text reveals Christ as our all-time Model and Example. His humility is unique and unequalled. The first three verses reveal His deity as the Son of God, His unrivalled affection for His own (disciples), the unimpressive covert betrayal plot of one of the chosen apostles uncovered by the Lord, and His unwavering commitment to fulfilling the Father’s mandate. It was epoch-making when the Lord of all creation stooped to wash His disciples’ feet. The greatest of all teachers has illustratively sent the message home! The need to serve and not to be served. They learned no better way that true greatness is found in self-abasement to honour others, not self. Faithful followers of the Master should be willing followers in humility and self-denial.

Every day we have opportunities to show our love for Jesus by serving others, just as He did by washing the feet of His disciples. Engaging cheerfully in menial tasks at church, supporting the less privileged, caring for the elderly, sick, and vulnerable church members, and praying for our leaders are some ways we can demonstrate our love for Jesus. Visiting those in need, supporting widows, and guiding new believers are all ways to follow Jesus’ example of serving others and showing love for Him.

Our desire as Christians should be as captured, briefly in the hymn’s refrain by Thomas Obadiah Chisholm: O to be like Thee! O to be like Thee! Blessed Redeemer, pure as Thou art; Come in Thy sweetness, come in Thy fullness; Stamp Thine own image deep on my heart. We should all pray that we would be like our Master and Saviour so that our lives and conduct will exude His likeness and many will be brought to His saving knowledge.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
If we live no exemplary life, it means we’ve learned nothing from Christ’s example.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR
2 Samuel 21-22

Deeper Life Daily Manna For Today 2025 was written by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi; is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church situated at KM 42 on the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Nigeria.