Communion

April 12th – Luke 22:19-20

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Luke 22:19-20

He took the bread, broke it, and gave thanks. Then He said, “This is My body, given for you.” For me. For you. Not in theory, but in reality. A bruised, beaten, pierced body that carried the weight of our sin to a rugged cross. And then the cup… “This is My blood, poured out for you.” The lifeblood of the innocent exchanged for the guilt of the world. It’s easy to rush through these words, to take communion with routine hands, but oh, how sacred this gift is. The sacrifice of Jesus wasn’t neat or pretty, it was agony. It was love in its rawest form. It was personal. Every drop of blood had your name on it. Every lash, every nail, every breath He gave was filled with relentless, pursuing love. This Easter, may we slow down and remember. May we hold the bread and the cup with trembling hands, knowing it was all for us. And may our hearts respond with worship, surrender, and a life lived fully in the power of His redeeming grace.

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April 9th – Matthew 21:12-13

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Matthew 21:12-13

When Jesus entered the temple and overturned the tables, He wasn’t just making a statement about a building. He was revealing His zeal for holiness in the hearts of His people. Our hearts are His temple now. A sacred space meant for worship, not cluttered with distractions, selfish desires, or hidden sins. As we walk the road to Easter, we’re invited to let Him in. And not just as a guest, but as Lord.

What needs cleansing in your heart today? What tables need overturning? Are there habits, attitudes, or fears crowding out the presence of the One who gave everything for you? Sometimes the most loving thing Jesus does is confront what we’ve allowed to stay too long. His cleansing is never to shame, but to restore. He wants to make room for joy, peace, purpose, and deep communion with Him. Don’t fear His refining touch.  Because it comes with healing in His hands. Let this Easter be more than tradition, let it be transformation. Invite Him to do a holy work within you, and trust that He’s faithful to finish it.

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March 2nd – Matthew 26:26-28

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Matthew 26:26-28

Holy communion is a sacred union with our Lord. It’s a reminder of His sacrifice and a call to live in His love and grace. Jesus Himself was the Author of the divine practice of communion, using bread and wine as symbols of His body and blood given for us. This act holds profound significance, representing the sacrificial nature of His death on the cross for the forgiveness of our sins. As Jesus offers the bread and wine to His disciples, He demonstrates humility and servanthood by washing their feet. He perfectly  exemplifies the selfless love and servant leadership He calls us to emulate. Through the breaking of bread and sharing of the cup, Jesus invites us to partake in His sacrifice, reminding us of His ultimate act of love and redemption. Communion is not only a symbolic remembrance but a tangible experience of Christ’s presence among us. One that invites us to humble ourselves, serve others with love, and follow His example of sacrificial love and servant-hearted leadership in our lives.

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January 25th – Matthew 10:34

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Matthew 10:34

It can be a lonely road when we set out to change our lives and grow closer to the Lord. Because really following Jesus can mean division within our closest relationships, and even losing people from our lives. And while the process can be deeply painful, we can comfort in knowing the Lord understands. For He too was rejected, abandoned, and hurt by those He loved. But when we embrace His path, we gain a deeper connection with God and a community of fellow believers who support and uplift us along the way. Our pursuit of Christlikeness, though accompanied by loss, is part of a higher calling that aligns us with the very heart of our Savior. The pain is a testament to the depth of our commitment to Christ, and in the midst of such trials, His comforting presence sustains us. Because in Jesus we find understanding, empathy, and a divine purpose that transcends earthly relationships. And what God offers is far greater than anything or anyone we lose.

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December 9th – 1 Corinthians 1:9

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1 Corinthians 1:9

One of the reasons Christmas is such a special time of year, is fellowship. Family, friends, and loved ones, travel across the miles to spend the holidays together. And in the festive season, Christians rejoice not only in the birth of Christ, but also in the unwavering faithfulness of God’s promise to send a Savior. Christmas whispers the timeless tale of God’s devotion. For in Jesus, His promises were fulfilled. And so we celebrate the Good News of our Messiah, and the unwavering loyalty of our God who keeps His word. The jubilation becomes a joyous communion with our ever true Heavenly Father. Who, in His great love, sent His only begotten Son to be born in a manger. To reconcile us back to Himself, to fellowship with Him in love and glory forever.  As we exchange gifts and gather together, Christmas serves as a reminder that the truest gift is the enduring faithfulness of God.

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October 8th – Revelation 22:1-5

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Revelation 22:1-5

Deep in the heart of believers is the longing to one day be a citizen of the heavenly city of Jerusalem. To forever dwell with the Lord where God’s presence reigns in all its glory. It is a place of everlasting peace, joy, and perfect communion with the Divine. Where our faith will be fully realized, our tears wiped away, and our hearts forever united with our Creator. A beautiful home beyond imagining where the river of the water of life flows from the throne of God. And the tree of life bears fruit every month, offering nourishment and healing to the nations. This heavenly Jerusalem gives us a hope that sustains us, guiding our earthly journey as we strive to live in accordance with God’s will. Jesus is coming soon to reap His harvest and establish His kingdom. But until that day, we are called to readiness, anticipation, and living in a way that honors His return. While also rejoicing in the eternal abundance that awaits His faithful followers.

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June 16th – 1 Corinthians 11:26

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1 Corinthians 11:26

When it came to observing the Lord’s Supper, the church at Corinth grossly missed the mark. It was their practice to hold “suppers” in which the rich and esteemed ate and drank first. They gorged themselves with the finest food and choicest wine, leaving little to none for those considered lower in status. Their gluttony and drunkenness caused Paul to chastise them for their distorted view of communion. When we partake of the Lord’s Supper, we do so in remembrance of the broken body and spilled blood of Jesus. It is a holy and sacred practice of praising the sacrifice of Christ and His gift of salvation. And we do it as one. As the body of Christ we eat of the bread and drink from the cup proclaiming the Lord’s death until His glorious return.

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