April 1 Message Mark 14:12-26

Here is the summary from Cecil's message on the Lord's supper.  The message is based on Mark 14:12-26 as this month's theme is the passion of Christ.

Passover and the Fest of Unleavened Bread became a festival celebrates the escape of the Jews from Egypt under the leadership of Moses. At Passover, the Jews celebrated their ancestors’ escape from Egyptian bondage (salvation).  Jesus, with bread and wine, instructed the disciples that these elements would serve to remind them of the significance of His death (which would bring salvation to ALL of us).


The blood of covenant is an unconditional covenant God has made promised to forgive sin because of the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.  Jesus has done all that is necessary for the forgiveness of sins by His once-for-all sacrifice on the cross. The bread and the cup are symbols and reminders of Jesus in His death and resurrection.  It remind God’s new covenant to us as we anticipate of the Second Coming of Jesus.

Why do Jesus ask us to remember him with the Lord’s supper?

Jesus Christ desired fellowship and bonding with us and fellow disciples.
Jesus is teaching us that he is the ultimate sacrifice for the world.
Jesus Christ made the Lord's supper as remembrance of His work for many for the forgiveness of sins.


As we approach the passion week of Jesus, reflect on the love that Jesus has for you.

Upon reflection, if you are living in a way that falls short of Jesus' love for you, pray and ask Him for forgiveness. (Note: the sacrifice of Christ is effective for all past, present, future sins).

We are to come to Christ continually for cleansing.