Mark 9:33 And he came to Capernaum: and being in the house he asked them, What was it that ye disputed among yourselves by the way? 34 But they held their peace: for by the way they had disputed among themselves, who should be the greatest.
And now, we turn to the final segment of the study: Our personal preparation for the latter rain. One of the issues that had to be addressed, before the early rain could be poured out, and one which Jesus had to deal with on several occasions was that of seeking for the highest place, a motive which had and has the potential to bring about strife.
When the disciples James and John, with their Mom went privately to Jesus to ask for the highest place in His kingdom, it triggered a severe backlash from the other disciples who had become incensed at the thought that these two could presume to go behind the others backs, and dare to make such a brazen request.
Again, when at the upper room for the last supper, none of them would stoop so low as to wash their brethren’s feet. A callous indifference pervaded the atmosphere, as they each determined that such a duty was too menial for them, and thus they waited and waited, until Jesus Himself did that which they would not do.
John 13:8 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.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!