The Christian faith is one that calls for continual, daily self sacrifice; because of our sinfulness, we try to find ways around this sacrifice and hold onto something other than Christ. Instead of being a living sacrifice in the service of Christ, we shift the focus and serve ourselves.
When Jesus washed His disciples’ feet, He did much more than merely give us an example to follow. It was a picture of His entire humiliation, necessary for the redemption of His people, and after we’ve been saved, our entire attitude becomes that of a servant, not merely externally.
We live in an age where individualism is exalted, which leads to serious division, even within the church. As Christians, we are defined by the salvation we share in Christ, and therefore, regardless of our backgrounds, we are united, one body, sharing the same Spirit, to the glory of God.
Our sins are debts that none can pay but Christ. It is not our tears, but His blood; it is not our sighs, but His sufferings, that can testify for our sins. Christ must pay all, or we are prisoners forever. -Thomas Brooks
In the Lord’s Supper, we remember God’s judgment on the firstborn of Egypt, but more importantly, we remember the salvation that is found in the firstborn of all creation, Christ Jesus.
As Christians, we need to properly understand the sacrament of the Lord's Supper. It is a picture and reminder of Christ's humanity, life, and death, and it points us to the blessed eternity that is to come.
As Christians, true and fulfilling fellowship comes from our shared participation in the body and blood of Christ. We grow alongside one another in Him.
As Christians, it is important that we approach the Lord's Table in a right manner. It represents our unity with Christ and one another, Christ's authority over us, and his provision for his people.