When the time came he took his place at table, and the apostles with him. And he said to them, “I have ardently longed to eat this Passover with you before I suffer; because, I tell you, I shall not eat it until it is fulfilled in the kingdom of God”. Then, taking a cup, he gave thanks and said, “Take this and share it among you, because from now on, I tell you, I shall never again drink wine until the kingdom of God comes”. Then he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, “his is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me”. He did the same with the cup after supper, and said, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood poured out for you”. (Luke 22:14-20)
Luke's scripture of the Last Supper is more than an invitation to share a meal or a going away party. It is another opportunity for us to learn. Jesus gives us more lessons on love, courage, and focus. The body and blood of Christ gives us clarity to identify the adversary and the strength to fight for truth. Jesus teaches us to persist and persevere in faith. He shows us to be calm when we face of the enemy. We do not have to fear because God will always protect us. God always wins. We must be aware of luring and seducing powers that try to govern over our faith. We must nurish our body & spirit with the eternal food and drink of life. We are called as soliders and apostles of Christ to serve and protect. What is luring our youth away from God and what are we trying to do to stop this?.
Victory in Spirit and Truth!
Yoli
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Thank you, Yoli. Yesterday we sang a new song in church about worshipping God in Spirit and in Truth (en Esprit et en Verite!)
ReplyDeleteA lot of our soldiering is about Joy, though, not agression, don't you think?
Hi again, and thanks for your comments on my Advent post, Yoli.
ReplyDeleteI do see what you mean about influences on our children - I forget that mine are actually very sheltered, by the way we live in a foreign country. They don't feel they have to be like their peers, and take a lot more of their identity from their family than most pre-teens do. Even so, things aren't perfect (and never could be) but I admit I am shocked when I realise what is out there, presented as 'normal' and 'admirable' to teenagers.
Thanks for stopping by CollectInTexas Gal and becoming a follower. I'm following your blog as well....Texas Gals Stick Together, and your blog is great with your beautiful Turquoise, aprons and celebration of Mexican Culture in Texas...Sue
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