Mutual Relationships Between Jesus And “The Least”
Another great quote from, If This Is the Way the World Works, by William O. Avery and Beth Ann Gaede.
“In his preaching and teaching, Jesus followed in the prophetic tradition, constantly connecting with those whom others considered unworthy of his attention - children and women; the lame, deaf, and blind; Gentiles and other despised people; and finally, as Jesus himself hung dying, the criminal (Luke 23:43) While Jesus served those in need, he himself had needs and depended on others for support.”
“Jesus was not a solo act; he was interrelated with others as one who both served and received service, enjoying relationships of mutuality even with people his culture considered ‘the least’.” - Pages 71 - 72.
City House’s point exactly. If it was good enough for Christ, it can surely be nothing but life giving for us.
