Grace to You: Radio Podcast The Humble Love of Christ
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Feb 13, 2026 
John MacArthur, Bible teacher and pastor known for expository preaching, explores Christ's humble, servant love. He describes humility as the root of true love. He reflects on Jesus washing feet and contrasts selfless devotion with betrayal. He calls for imitating Christ’s lowly service amid cultural pride.
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Humility Is The Heart Of True Love
- John MacArthur teaches that selfless humility is the soul of love and only humble people truly love.
- The lower your self-concern, the higher your concern for others, so humility increases capacity to love.
Contrast Magnifies Christ's Love
- MacArthur contrasts Judas' betrayal with Jesus' love to highlight the purity of Christ's love.
- The blackest hatred beside the purest love makes Jesus' humility stand out in bold relief.
Jesus Washes Disciples' Feet
- John narrates Jesus rising from supper, girding a towel, and washing the disciples' feet during the Passover meal.
- The Creator stooped to do the dirtiest job, washing proud men's feet as a profound act of condescension.
