While they were eating, Jesus took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body.”
Matthew 26:26 (NIV)
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Today’s Devotional
In Matthew 26:26, we find Jesus and His disciples gathered together for the Last Supper before His crucifixion. During this meal, Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper, which has become an essential practice for Christians throughout history. This verse highlights the significance of the bread as a symbol of Jesus’ body, which He would soon offer as a sacrifice for our sins.
The act of Jesus giving thanks and breaking the bread serves as a powerful reminder of His willingness to lay down His life for us. As He distributed the bread to His disciples, He called them to remember His sacrifice and the new covenant established through His blood. This moment not only commemorated Jesus’ selfless love but also foreshadowed the forgiveness and redemption that would be made available to all who believe in Him.
Time to reflect
When we reflect on Matthew 26:26, we should:
- Remember the sacrifice of Jesus and His selfless love for us.
- Recognize the importance of the Lord’s Supper as a means of remembering Jesus’ sacrifice and the new covenant established through His blood.
- Participate in the Lord’s Supper with reverence, gratitude, and a sincere heart.
- Share the message of Jesus’ sacrifice and redemption with others, inviting them to partake in the benefits of the new covenant.
- Seek to live a life of selflessness and love, following Jesus’ example.
Prayer Of The Day
Lord Jesus, we thank You for Your incredible sacrifice and selfless love that You demonstrated at the Last Supper. As we partake in the Lord’s Supper, help us to remember Your body, which was broken for us, and the new covenant established through Your blood. Fill our hearts with gratitude and reverence as we remember Your great love and forgiveness. Empower us to share Your message of redemption with others and live a life that reflects Your selflessness and love. In Your precious name, we pray, Amen.
Strengthening Faith
In response to Matthew 26:26, we can:
- Reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and the significance of the Lord’s Supper in our faith.
- Participate in the Lord’s Supper with a sincere and reverent heart, remembering Jesus’ selfless love.
- Share the message of Jesus’ sacrifice and the new covenant with others, inviting them to experience His forgiveness and redemption.
- Seek to live a life of selflessness and love, following Jesus’ example.
- Encourage fellow believers to remember and honor Jesus’ sacrifice through regular participation in the Lord’s Supper.
Today Wisdom
Matthew 26:26 captures a powerful moment in Jesus’ life, where He instituted the Lord’s Supper as a way for His followers to remember His sacrifice and the new covenant established through His blood. As we participate in this sacred practice, let us be reminded of Jesus’ selfless love and the forgiveness and redemption that He offers. By following His example, we can live lives of selflessness and love, sharing His message of hope and salvation with those around us.
