In the Gospel of John, what act of service did Jesus perform for His disciples to demonstrate humility?
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Correct answer: He washed their feet
In John 13, Jesus took the role of a low-ranking servant by washing the feet of His followers. He explicitly stated that He did this as an example for them to follow in their own leadership.
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