On mission

Yesterday, as we observed communion, I held the bread and the cup in my hand, prayerfully meditating on the significance of these elements while I waited for the others to be served.

It occured to me that they (the elements - bread and grape juice representing the body and blood of Jesus) are a tangible reminder of how Jesus stayed on mission. He did not deviate. He did what He was sent to do. He did the will of His Father. It took Him to the cross.

We are supposed to do the same - the will of the Father. This is our mission, too.

[Lord, I'm off mission so much of the time. I seek my own comfort, my own will instead of Yours. Forgive me. Cause me to think about You first and remember that I'm not my own, I've been bought with a price. Cause me to get and stay on mission. Thank You for Your mercy and grace - without You, there would be no hope. Amen]