You have before you, bread and wine. It took some work for these to get here. Not only did someone have to buy the bread and wine and set it out, but before that, there is a process and effort that goes into making bread. Making wine is even more complex, and at every table that is set, we always seek to thank God for His provision, to thank those who prepare it as well.
Now, Twas the same love that spread the feast that sweetly drew us in. God’s love motivated Him to a process and some effort in our direction. He sent His Son to us to keep covenant for us. The Living Word truly taught us the Word. He agonized in the Garden. He was despised and rejected by men. He died as an acceptable sacrifice to pay for our sin. Love is active. It comes, it works, it is faithful, love sacrifices, love lays down itself for one’s friend. And you are His friends, as you come to Him in faith, trusting Him to take on Himself your sins; trusting Him to give to you His righteousness. He feeds your soul with His Body, strengthening You. He shows your union with Him here, assuring you of His intent to bless you in Christ.
Word, Water, Bread, Wine. The gifts of God, for the people of God.
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