Breaking Bread!

Breaking Bread!

And when He had taken bread and given thanks, He broke it and gave it to them, saying, “This is My body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of Me.” LUKE 22:19 AMP

All the events of the week of Passion hold significance for us in this generation, from his triumphant entry into Jerusalem to his ascension back to heaven after fulfilling the mandate of God on his life. We see the last supper with his disciples, also called the Lord's supper happening in today's extract. What does it mean?

Very importantly, there was no compulsion; it wasn't as if Jesus was led kicking and screaming all the way to the cross like a reluctant lamb; he gave his life freely and willingly for the sins of the world. That's why he took the bread, broke it himself and gave to his disciples. Of his own free will, he shared his life with all those who will follow him willingly.

Interestingly, Judas Iscariot too was there. For all who will come to Christ, it does not matter how terrible your past may be; you are assured of a part of His glory and kingdom if you surrender control to Him. For Judas, it was too late; as long as you are alive, it is never too late for you. But the clock is ticking; you don't have forever to make up your mind.

Jesus is the Bread of Life; he is the one who nourishes all who come to him. His body has been given for us, and he invites us to 'eat' of Him. He satisfies fully; He is all I need. If I have Him, I have all I could ever need. If I don't have Him, it doesn't matter what I have.

Everytime I come into God's presence, he invites me to eat at His table and partake of Him. Everytime the Lord's supper is taken, it is a solemn reminder that I am taking up God's offer of life again and again. Have you taken up this offer or are you still thinking of what to do or how to respond? Remember, you have got an eternity to sort out. Make sure, while you still can. His time of favour is here.