Jesus fulfilled His role as the true servant of God by completing the work of salvation through His obedience and sacrifice.
The identity of Jesus as the true servant of God is demonstrated through His unwavering obedience to the Father and His sacrificial mission. As stated in Philippians 2:7-8, He 'made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant.' By accepting this lowly position, Jesus was able to fulfill the law and provide a perfect righteousness for His people. His washing of the disciples' feet not only serves as a literal illustration of His service but also as a foreshadowing of His impending death—where He would pour out His life for the redemption of sinners (Isaiah 53:12). Thus, Jesus embodies the traits of the servant prophesied in Scripture, affirming His deity through His fulfilling of all righteousness.
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