Monday’s thoughts
What If You Could Live Forever?
Sermon for June 3rd
One of the most important things to notice, which we often forget, is something Jesus did at the Last Supper. We have turned this into an important ritual and sacrament, and it’s a wonderful time in the church. The last meal Jesus had with his friends was preparation for his death, but it was a reminder of something that would transcend his death.
We celebrate the sacrament of Holy Communion on the first Sunday of every month here. We will celebrate it next Sunday.
What does Communion mean?
1. It is a reminder of the appreciation we have for loved ones who have died. We remember when we were at the table with them.
2. It is a reuniting with the spirit of Jesus as we are told about the body and blood in the cup of juice and the bread.
3. It is a lifting up of the common and showing how every ordinary meal prepared in our homes has the potential to be a sacramental moment.
4. Finally, it is Jesus’ reflections on what it would mean if he were to “live forever”. In the sacrament Jesus is inviting us to think with him his mortality and the eternal life he sought to bring to us.
This Sunday we will want to think about the ramifications of what it means “if we live forever”. How will that change the way we think and the way we act? How will that influence our relationships and our dealings with those with whom we have no relationship; or a negative relationship?
What would it mean if you thought you would live forever?
I’d welcome your thoughts on this. Write me at charlesschuster@fcfumc.net. If you are willing to allow others to view your response click on the “comments” box below.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Charles
