Thursday of the Fourth Week of Easter
John 13: 16-20
Love in the Face of Betrayal
During the Easter Octave, we continue to rejoice in the Resurrection of Christ, yet today’s Gospel draws us back to the Upper Room—to the moment when Jesus washed the feet of His disciples. It is a powerful reminder that the path to the Resurrection is always through the Cross, and through self-giving love.
Jesus, fully aware of the betrayal that awaits Him, kneels before His disciples in humility. He washes even Judas’ feet and shares bread with him—a gesture of deep friendship. Still, Jesus does not shield Himself from hurt. Instead, He confronts betrayal not with anger or distance, but with love. In doing so, He reveals the heart of God: merciful, vulnerable, and steadfast.
This is not easy love. Jesus redefines the commandment: “Love one another as I have loved you.” It is a love that gives itself completely, even to the unworthy. It calls us to forgive, to serve, and to remain faithful even when others fail us.
The Easter season is not only a celebration of victory over death—it is also a challenge to live as Easter people. In the light of the Risen Christ, we are called to carry our crosses with hope, to forgive with courage, and to love with humility.
Today, let us reflect: when we are hurt or betrayed, do we choose retaliation or love? Can we, like Jesus, wash the feet of those who disappoint us?
As we walk in the joy of the Resurrection, may we follow the example of our Risen Lord, who teaches us that true glory comes through humble love.
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