The Cross and the Table/mez: From Sacrifice to Celebration

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1. The Cross: A Place of Sacrifice

Explanation: The cross is where Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice for the sins of humanity. This sacrifice involved immense suffering, both physically and spiritually, as Jesus took on the weight of the world's sin.

Bible Verses:

Isaiah 53:5 – "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."

तर ऊ त हाम्रा अपराधहरूका निम्‍ति छेड़ियो। हाम्रा अधर्मका निम्‍ति ऊ पेलियो। हामीमा शान्‍ति ल्‍याउने दण्‍ड उसमाथि पर्‍यो, र उसको कोर्राको चोटले हामी निको भयौं।

This verse highlights the prophetic description of Jesus' suffering and the purpose behind it—our healing and peace.

John 19:30 – "When he had received the drink, Jesus said, 'It is finished.' With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit."

जब येशूले सिर्का लिनुभयो, तब उहाँले भन्‍नुभयो, “अब सिद्धियो,” र उहाँले शिर निहुराएर आफ्‍नो आत्‍मा त्‍यागिदिनुभयो।

Jesus' declaration "It is finished" signifies/janauncha the completion of His sacrificial work on the cross, fulfilling His mission to save humanity.

2. The Power of the Cross

Explanation: The cross is not just a symbol of suffering but also of immense power and love. Through the cross, Jesus provided redemption, forgiveness, and reconciliation between God and humanity.

Bible Verses:

1 Corinthians 1:18 – "For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God."

The cross's power is seen in its ability to transform lives, offering salvation to those who believe, even though it may seem foolish to others.

Colossians 2:14-15 – "Having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross. And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross."

This passage emphasizes how Jesus' death on the cross disarmed spiritual powers and authorities, securing victory over sin and death.

Whenever we are accused for something we become angry, distrubed, sleepless.

always remember satan is master of Accuser he has been doing this job for thoussand of years (Rev 12:10 Rev 12:10, Zachariah 3:1-2)

he won’t leave any chance to accuse you infront of God .

But thanks to the power of Cross whoever believe in Jesus and his ressurection and 2nd coming your charges has be canceled satan has been nullified.

can we say “Thank you Jesus”

3. The Table: A Place of Celebration

Explanation: The Lord's Table, where the Lord’s Supper is taken, represents the joyful celebration of Jesus' victory over sin and death. It shifts the focus from the sorrow of His suffering to the joy of what He accomplished through His sacrifice.

Bible Verses:

1 Corinthians 11:23-26 – "For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, 'This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.' In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.' For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes."

This passage recounts the institution of the Lord's Supper and underscores its purpose as a celebration of remembrance and proclamation of Christ's death until His return.

Have you ever wondered why Jesus did not gave Lord’s supper before?

The meaning of Lord’s supper is remembrance and obedience to Christ's command.

Jesus taught these commands thoughout his ministry via perables

because without knowing the command how can they follow the command?

When Jesus finished teaching everything to them on the last night he sealed these commands in believer’s heart with new covenent that is Lords supper.

Luke 22:20 (LEB)

And in the same way the cup after they had eaten, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood which is poured out for you.

4. The Joy of Lord’s Supper

Explanation: Lord’s supper is not just a ritual; it's a joyful participation in the body and blood of Christ. It symbolizes our Obediance with Him and each other, and it serves as a foretaste of the heavenly banquet that believers will enjoy in the Kingdom of God.

Bible Verses:

John 6:53-56 – "Jesus said to them, 'Very truly I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day. For my flesh is real food and my blood is real drink. Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood remains in me, and I in them.'"

Jesus emphasizes the spiritual life and union that comes through partaking in His body and blood, which is celebrated in Lord’s Supper.

Matthew 26:29 “But I tell you, from now on I will never drink of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in the kingdom of my Father.””

and it serves as a foretaste of the heavenly banquet that believers will enjoy in the Kingdom of God.

Revelation 19:9 – "Then the angel said to me, 'Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb!' And he added, 'These are the true words of God.'"

अनि ती स्‍वर्गदूतले मलाई भने, “यो लेख, थुमाका विवाहको भोजमा निमन्‍त्रणा पाउनेहरू धन्‍यका हुन्‌।” तिनले फेरि मलाई भने, “परमेश्‍वरका सत्‍य वचनहरू यी नै हुन्‌।”

This verse speaks to the ultimate joy of being invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb, a metaphor for the eternal communion and celebration with Christ in heaven.

Conclusion:

Summary: The journey from the cross to the Lord's Table transforms the sorrow of Jesus' sacrifice into a celebration of His victory. The Lord's Supper is a powerful reminder of this transformation, urging believers to live in the joy and power of Christ's sacrifice.