“Wherefore whoever shall eat this bread, and drink of this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 11 Verse 27

Now that’s heavy!

The Corinthian’s were characterized for their unruly behavior at their agape´ suppers. Some were irreverent and self centered in their manners. There were divisions among them in the church. Some ate without thought for others who went hungry and humiliated those who had nothing… and then they proceeded to take part in the Lord’s Supper.

We may not be so bold or outward about our differences or our unforgiving toward each other. We may not have a dislike of those less fortunate than ourselves or be irreverent and self centered in our manners. We may not even be like the Corinthians at all.

Or are we?

What was that your spouse said to you this morning?
You have a right not to forgive them for that!

Why should I buy an extra can of beans for the food hamper?
I’ve got my own family to feed!

Why should you agree with what the pastor thinks?
You have your own opinion, and you know you're right!

Paul stated that a person should test the attitude of one’s own heart and actions and one’s awareness of the significance of the Supper, thus making the Supper, under God, a spiritual means of Grace.

This is intended for you and me, today, not just for the Corinthians in Paul’s day.

We need to take a look at our attitudes. We need to take a look at our actions. We need to know the significance of the Lord’s Supper and take it in a worthy manner. We need to know that what took place on the Cross of Calvary is notably the greatest thing in the world…LOVE. God gave his only Son to die a cruel death on a Roman cross for our sins.

The next time we take the symbol of bread, and take the cup, let’s reflect a moment on our own hearts and attitude and ask him to cleanse us and change us.

© Chrissy Siggee

Scripture Verses used are from the NIV of the Bible