Holy Week 4.0 - Remember Me
Matthew 26, Mark 14, Luke 22, and John 13–17
Remember Me
Jesus and his disciples are gathered for the Passover meal, the traditional commemoration of the Passover in Exodus . Celebration meals are meant for celebration, and remembrance. As was his consistent mode of operation, Jesus is leading, serving, and has his sights on obedience and sacrifice. Conversations around surrounding the meal, Are not entirely unlike those that surround our celebration tables at times.
Where the gathering was meant to bring attention to the deliverance and provision of Israel in her history, the disciples were selfishly lobbying for position, Judas was secretly plotting betrayal, and Peter was making promises he would not keep even hours later. Jesus was drawing particular attention to the way he had been living a life as an offering that would culminate in the events shortly to follow, and his closest company was consumed with themselves. The contrast is stark between Jesus and his disciples. He know this full well, but tenaciously holds the position of servant leadership and sacrificial surrender. As they shared the meal, Jesus took bread and wine and offered it to them. “This is my body, which is given for you, do this in remembrance of me.” And likewise, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.” They took, and ate, and drank. At the time, they had no idea of the significance of the moment.
Today as we reflect on this holy moment, let’s examine our will and intentions. As we receive from Jesus his provision and abundance, what will be our response? Will return again to our selfish ambitions and empty promises? Or will we follow Jesus is the lead in selflessness service and sacrifice? Or will we follow Jesus’s lead in selflessness , service, and sacrifice?
I pray today that we would be people that follow Jesus in his ways, and not just follow him for the provision. May we remember him in his life and live aligned with his heart and actions. Receiving and giving generously.
For His glory, and our joy.
Remember Me
Jesus and his disciples are gathered for the Passover meal, the traditional commemoration of the Passover in Exodus . Celebration meals are meant for celebration, and remembrance. As was his consistent mode of operation, Jesus is leading, serving, and has his sights on obedience and sacrifice. Conversations around surrounding the meal, Are not entirely unlike those that surround our celebration tables at times.
Where the gathering was meant to bring attention to the deliverance and provision of Israel in her history, the disciples were selfishly lobbying for position, Judas was secretly plotting betrayal, and Peter was making promises he would not keep even hours later. Jesus was drawing particular attention to the way he had been living a life as an offering that would culminate in the events shortly to follow, and his closest company was consumed with themselves. The contrast is stark between Jesus and his disciples. He know this full well, but tenaciously holds the position of servant leadership and sacrificial surrender. As they shared the meal, Jesus took bread and wine and offered it to them. “This is my body, which is given for you, do this in remembrance of me.” And likewise, “This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.” They took, and ate, and drank. At the time, they had no idea of the significance of the moment.
Today as we reflect on this holy moment, let’s examine our will and intentions. As we receive from Jesus his provision and abundance, what will be our response? Will return again to our selfish ambitions and empty promises? Or will we follow Jesus is the lead in selflessness service and sacrifice? Or will we follow Jesus’s lead in selflessness , service, and sacrifice?
I pray today that we would be people that follow Jesus in his ways, and not just follow him for the provision. May we remember him in his life and live aligned with his heart and actions. Receiving and giving generously.
For His glory, and our joy.
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