THE LORD'S SUPPER

By the end of the lesson, we will:

 RECOGNIZE that even Jesus believed in service; REFLECT on the Lord's Supper; and SHARE the sacrifices of our Lord with others.

Focal Verses: Luke 22:14-30

Keep in Mind: "But ye shall not be so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve."  Luke 22:26

In Focus: We all are called to be God's servants. In today's lesson, we will examine how Jesus' sacrifice on our behalf was an act of service. 

Discuss the Meaning: 

1.) God want us to humble ourselves and serve the people around us. How does Jesus' sacrifice of His body and blood exemplify servant hood?

2.) What models of service encourage you to serve others?

Lesson in Our Society:

There are many people who are leaders but not servants. They dictate to others what to do and demand complete obedience. God wants us to be servants. In our service, we should show humility and love to others. Jesus is our example of a servant-leader. His ministry on earth consisted of teaching, preaching, and healing the sick and other miracles. Then Jesus offered His body as a sacrifice for all humanity. He did not do these things for personal glory. Likewise, everything we do and says should be done for the Glory of GOD.

Make it Happen:

Every day and likely everywhere we go, we see people in need. Yet, we either ignore them or tell someone else to help them. Some of us would rather not humble ourselves and reach out to help. Doing something for other may ease us out of our comfort zones. Yet Jesus gave up His throne in heaven and came to earth to save us. He served without thought of Himself. What are you will to do to make a difference in someones life, the community, and the world? Start today by looking around your church and paying attention to what needs to be done. Commit to doing one thing every week that could make a difference in your home, the church, your community, and in the world.
(Excerpt from The Apostolic Light)

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From Acorns to Oak Trees: Something for the youth!

The Feast
What's It All About?
Serena was setting the table for her parents' annual feast. As she gently place the red, black and green mats on table, she thought about what would take place in a few hours. Three families from the neighborhood would join her family for a meal and fellowship. Every year, different families were invited. 

Each member of Serena's family contributed to the feast. Serena was in charge of decorating. In addition to creating banners, she also made the place mats for the table. Her mom cooked all the delicious food. She could smell the aroma of pot roast, macaroni and cheese, cajun fish, yams, and collard greens throughout the house. Dad was in charge of dessert--he baked his famous sweet potato and lemon custard pies. Serena's older sister, Jasmine, made sure the house was spotless. 
The feast was a merry time filled with laughter and joy. After dessert, everyone participated in Bible study and prayer. The night ended with game time. Serena looked forward to this day every year, when her family could do something nice for their neighbors.
What appears to be Serena's family view about service? What is your personal view about serving others? In what ways do you serve others? Is Jesus a servant? In what ways does (or has) He served you?

Learning From God:  (based on Luke 22:14-30)

The Passover feast is an annual event that remembers God's deliverance of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. At the time of the escape, Jews painted blood from a sacrificed lamb on their doors frames to save their firstborn sons from death-the Lord passed over the doors that were covered with blood. Each year afterward, a feast was held to celebrate Passover. In today's text, Jesus eats His last Passover supper with His beloved disciples. As Jesus would soon sacrifice His life and be crucified, He explains that the portions of bread represent His broken body and the drinking cup with wine represent the new covenant we have with God because of Jesus' shed blood. 

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Choosing What's Best Question?

Jesus told the disciples that the cup "represented a new testament (covenant) in His blood." What covent is Jesus referring to? How does -- or can-- it affect you?

Doing My Part:

Your challenge this week, is to think of one act of service to do for someone each day of the week. Record how you felt serving others and the responses you received. 

(Excerpt from The Apostolic Light)