DEVOTION ~ THE BODY & BLOOD

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Theme: The Body & Blood 
Text: Text Luke 22:17-18
17 Then He took the cup, and gave thanks, and said, “Take this and divide it among yourselves; 18 for I say to you, I will not drink of the fruit of the vine until the kingdom of God comes.” 19 And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.”

 
Yesterday's devotion taught us that all was set for the Lord to have the Last Supper with the disciples. In today's text, He shares a cup of wine and breaks bread, saying, “This is my body, given for you; do this in remembrance of me.” The magnitude of this statement is profound. It’s not just a meal; it’s a covenant, a radical invitation to partake in His sacrifice. Imagine the weight of those words! Jesus is redefining the Passover, shifting the focus from the exodus to His impending sacrifice. He’s establishing a new way of communion, where every sip and bite becomes a reminder of His love and commitment. 

By offering His body and blood, He’s foreshadowing His sacrifice, embodying love and redemption. Each time we partake in communion, we’re not just recalling a moment; we’re participating in a divine mystery that connects us to His suffering and grace.  This moment isn’t merely ritual; it’s a call to relationship. It invites us to reflect on our own lives, to remember that we are part of something greater. In this act, Jesus is saying, “You are valued, you are loved, and you are invited to share in this journey.” The magnitude of His statement echoes through the ages, urging us to embrace the depth of His sacrifice and the beauty of our connection to Him and each other.



Let us Pray: Almighty God, thank You for offering Your Body and Blood to establish a relationship with me. Help me to live the life of sacrifice, love and kindness in all my relationships. This I ask in the Name of Jesus Christ. AMEN! 

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