Communion – Day 4

In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.” - Luke 22:20

In your struggle against sin, you have not yet resisted to the point of shedding your blood. – Hebrews 12:4


Today, let’s dwell on the blood of Christ. Again, think about what it was like for Jesus at the Last Supper. He passed the cup knowing that in just a few hours, he’d see his own blood splattered on the ground. He knew that scourging (or whipping) and crucifixion were coming – both excruciatingly painful, bloody affairs. Now read Hebrews 12:4. The author reminds us that our struggles aren’t nearly as hard as what Jesus did when he offered his blood for us. His love is that immense; his resolve that firm. So when you look at the cup during communion, realize that Jesus was giving his blood for you – on purpose – so that you could live and have eternal life.