Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, is one of the most significant practices in the Christian faith. While the world often emphasizes external rituals and symbols as mere tradition, Jesus teaches us to view communion as a profound, living encounter with His sacrifice and power. It’s not just about eating bread and drinking juice or wine; it’s a divine exchange, a moment to remember, honor, and receive the benefits of Jesus’ finished work on the cross.
Imagine a battlefield where you’re surrounded by the enemy. In your own strength, you would feel overwhelmed and defeated. But communion is like putting on the full armor of God (Ephesians 6:10-18) and stepping into battle with the victory already assured. When you take the bread, you are partaking in the body of Christ, broken for your healing and restoration. As you drink the cup, you remember His blood, poured out to cleanse and protect you. This act becomes a powerful declaration against the enemy, a reminder that you belong to Jesus, and His blood covers and protects every area of your life.
The world might see communion as just another religious ritual, but in the kingdom of God, it’s the opposite. It’s a mighty weapon of spiritual warfare, a moment when you proclaim, “By His stripes, I am healed” (Isaiah 53:5) and “the blood of Jesus purifies me from all sin” (1 John 1:7). In times of temptation, spiritual attack, or oppression, taking communion is like waving a banner that says, “I belong to Jesus, and His victory is mine.”
Many people struggle with the concept of worthiness when it comes to taking communion. The enemy will try to convince us that we are unworthy or disqualified because of our past sins or current struggles. But Jesus invites us to come as we are, not because of our righteousness, but because of His. Communion is a reminder that our worthiness comes from His sacrifice, not our own efforts. When we partake, we acknowledge our need for His grace and declare our dependence on His strength.
Taking communion in faith, whether in a church service or in your own home, aligns you with the victory of Jesus. It’s a practice that should not be taken lightly or ritualistically, but with a heart full of gratitude and expectation. By honoring His sacrifice, you open yourself up to receive healing, peace, and protection. When you feel under spiritual attack, or when life’s pressures are mounting, turn to the power of communion and stand firm in the victory of Christ.
Questions to Ask Ourselves:
- How often do I take communion, and do I truly understand its significance?
- Am I using communion as a spiritual weapon against the enemy’s attacks, or do I see it as just a religious routine?
- What areas of my life do I need to apply the power of Jesus’ sacrifice and blood more intentionally?
- Do I struggle with feelings of unworthiness when taking communion? How can I shift my focus to Jesus’ righteousness instead of my own shortcomings?
Prayer:
Lord Jesus, thank You for the gift of communion and the power of Your sacrifice. I acknowledge that Your body was broken for my healing and wholeness, and Your blood was shed for my forgiveness and protection. I ask that You help me to approach communion with reverence, faith, and gratitude. When I feel overwhelmed by life’s battles, remind me of the victory that is mine through Your finished work on the cross. I declare that I am covered by Your blood, and I stand in the freedom and protection You have given me. In Your precious name, I pray, Amen.
Supporting Verses:
- 1 Corinthians 11:24-25 (NIV): “And when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, ‘This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, ‘This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.’”
- Revelation 12:11 (NIV): “They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony; they did not love their lives so much as to shrink from death.”
Takeaway:
Communion is not merely a ritual but a powerful act of faith that connects us to the victory of Jesus’ sacrifice. It is a moment to remember that through His broken body and shed blood, we have access to healing, forgiveness, and protection. Instead of treating it as just another religious tradition, let’s embrace it as a declaration of triumph over the enemy, standing firm in the truth that we are covered and redeemed by the blood of Christ.
