Wednesday, October 29, 2025
Remembering the Cross
1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Luke 22:19-20
Devotional:
"Do this in remembrance of Me." These simple words carry profound weight. The early church was devoted to breaking bread together—regularly observing communion as a continual reminder of Christ's sacrifice.
In our fast-paced lives, we can easily forget. We forget the cost of our salvation. We forget the depth of God's love. We forget that our sin required such a terrible price. Communion calls us back to the cross, again and again, until He returns.
The broken bread represents His body, broken for us. Every stripe, every wound, every moment of agony—all for us. The cup represents His blood, poured out for the forgiveness of sins. Not just a little blood, but His life fully given, completely emptied, so that we might be filled with His life.
When we take communion, we're not just remembering a historical event. We're proclaiming present truth: Jesus died for sinners. We're declaring future hope: He is coming again. We're affirming personal faith: His death was for me.
This ordinance is both deeply personal and profoundly corporate. Yes, you receive the elements individually, but you do so as part of the body. Together, we remember. Together, we proclaim. Together, we wait for His return.
Never let communion become routine. Never let familiarity breed indifference. Each time you break bread and drink the cup, let it pierce your heart afresh with the reality of God's love demonstrated at Calvary.
Reflection Questions:
When you take communion, what typically goes through your mind?
How can you prepare your heart to more fully appreciate this ordinance?
What does it mean to "proclaim the Lord's death until He comes"?
Practical Application: Before your next communion service, spend time meditating on the crucifixion accounts in the Gospels. Read them slowly, picturing the scene. Let the reality of what Jesus endured for you sink deep into your soul.
1 Corinthians 11:23-26; Luke 22:19-20
Devotional:
"Do this in remembrance of Me." These simple words carry profound weight. The early church was devoted to breaking bread together—regularly observing communion as a continual reminder of Christ's sacrifice.
In our fast-paced lives, we can easily forget. We forget the cost of our salvation. We forget the depth of God's love. We forget that our sin required such a terrible price. Communion calls us back to the cross, again and again, until He returns.
The broken bread represents His body, broken for us. Every stripe, every wound, every moment of agony—all for us. The cup represents His blood, poured out for the forgiveness of sins. Not just a little blood, but His life fully given, completely emptied, so that we might be filled with His life.
When we take communion, we're not just remembering a historical event. We're proclaiming present truth: Jesus died for sinners. We're declaring future hope: He is coming again. We're affirming personal faith: His death was for me.
This ordinance is both deeply personal and profoundly corporate. Yes, you receive the elements individually, but you do so as part of the body. Together, we remember. Together, we proclaim. Together, we wait for His return.
Never let communion become routine. Never let familiarity breed indifference. Each time you break bread and drink the cup, let it pierce your heart afresh with the reality of God's love demonstrated at Calvary.
Reflection Questions:
When you take communion, what typically goes through your mind?
How can you prepare your heart to more fully appreciate this ordinance?
What does it mean to "proclaim the Lord's death until He comes"?
Practical Application: Before your next communion service, spend time meditating on the crucifixion accounts in the Gospels. Read them slowly, picturing the scene. Let the reality of what Jesus endured for you sink deep into your soul.
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