MAUNDY THURSDAY
6 of 12
Matthew 26:26-29
“While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to His disciples, saying, ‘Take and eat; this is My body.’ Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and offered it to them, saying, ‘Drink from it, all of you. This is My blood of the [new] covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in My Father’s kingdom.’”
6 of 12
Matthew 26:26-29
“While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to His disciples, saying, ‘Take and eat; this is My body.’ Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and offered it to them, saying, ‘Drink from it, all of you. This is My blood of the [new] covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in My Father’s kingdom.’”
This is the first time Holy Communion was served—the Sacrament where we partake of God, Himself—established by Him, all because of Him—for us, for the forgiveness of sins. Only Miguel, of the three kids we’re watching, has experienced Holy Communion, representing the body and blood of Jesus in this holy Sacrament. (SAC-ra-ment means atonement, a meal separate from the world). Bobby's seen certain members of his Kingdom Hall partake in The Meal. Jules doesn’t understand, because she only knows the Old Testament, observing Days of Unleavened Bread, other festivals, and Holy Days.
After the weekend, Bobby returned to school sneezing. “You guys ought to wash your hands after recess. I picked up this cold, and don’t want you to get sick” he said, throwing the ball to Jules.
Catching the ball, Jules asked, “Did you get the flu shot?” then she grounded the ball to Miguel.
Miguel fielded the ball, saying, “Yeah, we used little separate cups yesterday during Communion. It seems Jules’ yeast, sin, and germs travel freely throughout the whole world!”
Bobby fielded the grounder Miguel sent him, and agreed. “Yeah, you’re right, Miguel. We try as hard as we can, and still get sick—even the flu shot got me sick! I guess the yeast of sin has affected everyone. ACHOO!” He threw a ball high ball to Jules, who got underneath it, and caught it.
“What does Communion do for you, Miguel?” she asked.
“It reminds us that Jesus’ death purchased forgiveness of sins, Jules. I’m supposed to begin each day in my new skin, which is Christ: His attitude, His righteousness. I’m just not that good!”
None of us are.
Take Home Nugget
Holy Communion is believers’ blessed fellowship
Honoring Jesus’ sacrifice.
Sensing a common bond of unity,
We remember that our victory came at a steep price.
Honoring Jesus’ sacrifice.
Sensing a common bond of unity,
We remember that our victory came at a steep price.
J.D. Griffith
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