“Now while they were eating, Jesus took some bread, and after a blessing, He broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is My body.” And when He had taken a cup and given thanks, He gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; for this is My blood of the covenant, which is being poured out for many for forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:26-28).
Jesus is the bread of life. The blood of Jesus must course through our veins. He is here doing what He came to accomplish. The covenant God has made with those who believe is revealed in the salvation which saves through the body and blood of Jesus. As many as believe, He will make of them His children. We are saved by, through and because of Jesus. We need the forgiveness only He provides and we need to be set upon the right course to live into the life He sets before us.
Jesus, You laid all things out so that we, being healed of blindness, might see that You have caused all things to be as they are to fulfill the Father’s perfect will. Take away the rebellious heart in us and replace it with yours. Give us Your flesh and blood so that it is You that is living in us. Do not let Your faithful ones stray from Your presence, but cause Your life to grow us into children of the Heavenly Father.
Lord Jesus, You know what I need. In the wisdom You grant through the Holy Spirit, guide me ever deeper into the mystery of the faith You have revealed. You have shared Your body and blood so that I may be forgiven and have true life. As one forgiven much, teach me to love much. Throughout the mysteries of this age, prepare me to be with You forever in the place You are preparing for all who believe. Amen.
