Good morning, saints of God. It is a joy to be with you all this morning as we gather around the Lord’s table to partake in Holy Communion. This sacred ritual is a beautiful reminder of our relationship with God and His love for us.
As we prepare to partake in this communion, I want to reflect on its meaning. The term “Holy” signifies our submission to God’s supremacy, while “Communion” refers to our communication with Him.
When we pray by His will and live by His guidance, we engage in daily Holy Communion. The Last Supper, often recognized as Holy Communion, symbolizes our communication in remembrance of Christ’s love and sacrifice. Living in light of that sacrifice is a continuation of this Holy Communion.
Today’s Last Supper reminds us of Christ’s sacrifices and represents the new covenant of Open Heaven for this year.
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* The Importance of Holy Communion:
Holy Communion is vital to our spiritual growth and development. It is a time to connect with God profoundly and receive His grace and blessings. As we partake in this sacrament, we are reminded of our identity as children of God and our hope for eternal life.
In John 6:53-58, Jesus says, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day. For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink. He who eats my flesh and drinks my blood abides in me, and I in him.”
These words emphasize the importance of partaking in Holy Communion. It is a symbolic act and a spiritual nourishment that sustains our life in Christ.
* The Elements of Holy Communion:
The elements of Holy Communion are bread and wine, representing the body and blood of Jesus Christ. As we partake of these elements, we are reminded of Jesus’s sacrifice for our salvation.
In Matthew 26:26-28, Jesus says, “And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed it, broke it, gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is my body.’ And he took a cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, ‘Drink ye all of it; for this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.'”
The bread and wine are not mere symbols but a physical representation of Jesus’ sacrifice. As we partake of them, we are united with Christ and receive the benefits of His death and resurrection.
* The New Covenant:
Today’s Last Supper reminds us of Christ’s sacrifices and represents the new covenant of Open Heaven for this year. The new covenant is a covenant of grace and mercy, made possible by the blood of Jesus Christ.
In Hebrews 9:15-16, the author says, “Therefore he is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance since a death has occurred that redeems those who were under the first covenant from the transgressions they committed.”
The new covenant is a covenant of hope and restoration. It offers us forgiveness, healing, and the promise of eternal life. As we partake in Holy Communion, we are reminded of this new covenant and its blessings.
Conclusion:
Holy Communion is a sacred ritual that connects us with God and His love for us. It is a time for us to remember Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and receive the benefits of His death and resurrection.
As we partake in this communion today, let us do so with gratitude and reverence. Let us remember the importance of daily Holy Communion, which involves praying according to God’s will and living according to His guidance.
May this communion be a source of strength, hope, and renewal for us all. May we continue to walk in fellowship with God throughout the year, knowing He is always with us.
Amen.
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