Here's something new to consider for Christmas this year.
Jesus didn't command us to remember His birth, but His suffering and sacrifice that established the New Covenant.
We are to eat bread together, remembering that His body was broken for our healing.
This was unique to Him. No other sacrifice required being tortured first. But He endured the suffering so we could be healed in this life, not having to wait until eternity.
We are to drink together, remembering that His blood was spilled for our salvation.
If all we had was the birth of Christ, there would be no hope. But He was born with purpose. And He fulfilled that purpose.
This Christmas, don't just stop at His birth. Continue all the way through His suffering, sacrifice, and resurrection.
Then, encourage each other, knowing that He is coming again soon.
Merry Christmas!
