Communion

I have always loved communion services. In my opinion it is the most sacred thing that the church does. Many churches will observe communion on this first Sunday of the month while others will celebrate communion on Ash Wednesday and/or the first Sunday of Lent. When and how often are not critically as important as Jesus’ instruction to “Do this in remembrance of Me” as often, or however often we celebrate it.” I have been musing lately about my experience of celebrating communion. It is wonderful to celebrate with our church family. Did you ever think about how the observance uses all of our five senses? Seeing the elements displayed on the table focuses my attention on what they represent. Hearing the words of the celebrant reminds me of the importance of what I’m doing and that this represents His body broken for me and His blood shed for me. When I take the elements in my hands I get to physically Touch the bread and the cup which draws me into an intimacy with my Lord.  The Smell of the grape juice again focuses my attention on the cost of the payment for my sins. Finally, I Taste the bread and the juice which fully immerses me in this wonderful experience. “Whoever eats My flesh and drinks My blood remains in Me and I in them.” John 6:56 NIV.  Don’t let communion become commonplace for you.