World Communion Sunday

This Sunday, October 4, 2015, is World Communion Sunday.  On this day, Christians all over the world gather around the Lord's Table and share in Communion.  It is an awesome thought to consider that believers everywhere are made one through the body and blood of Jesus Christ.  As the old hymn tells us, "There is power in the blood."

The blood of Christ cleanses us from all of our sins and washes us so that we are whiter than snow.  Thinking of that brings to mind pictures of freshly fallen snow.  When sunlight hits that snow, the snow reflects the light and gives off a warm glow.  That is how we are to be as followers of Christ - reflecting the light of Jesus and glowing for God.  Each snowflake is unique and reflects light on its own; but the power of the snow is evidenced when the flakes are joined together.

As Christians, we experience the love of God both individually and corporately; however, we are stronger when we are joined together as the family of God.  It is important for us to remember that just as God exists in relationship:  Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we are to be in relationship with others.

So many of those faith relationships are formed in the local church.  That is one reason why it is important to be a part of a fellowship of believers where we can learn and grow together in Christ.

I challenge you to join in worship this Sunday and to gather around the Lord's Table with believers all around the world.  Pause and reflect on being part of God's family.  Ponder how many become one in Christ.  Be filled and refreshed to go out to serve the Lord.

Amen!

Pastor Linda