HOLY COMMUNION

As humans, we have a spirit and a soul and we live in a physical body.

The food we eat benefits our physical body by nourishing it. The Holy Spirit gives us spiritual life and the word of GOD nourishes our soul.

At the LORD’S table as we call it, or the Eucharist or the Holy Communion, we eat a tiny piece of bread and a tiny cup of wine. This feeds our body a little, but more importantly, it is food to our soul, because we do it in remembrance of the new covenant in the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

 Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. I speak as to wise men; judge for yourselves what I say. The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? For we, though many, are one bread and one body; for we all partake of that one bread.

1 Corinthians 10:14-17

The Jews ate the passover meal as families. The LORD shared the meal with His disciples, His spiritual family. So today we acknowledge that we are one family in CHRIST under the new covenant. If we are taking part in this meal, we should be willing to obey the LORD’S command to “Love one another as I have loved you.” Therefore let us make sure we have put right our relationships before we partake of this, because, together we represent CHRIST in this world. As He is, so are we in this world. So it is very important to release and receive forgiveness and have clean hearts towards each other if we are to participate in this meal. Then, it will be a blessing to our soul. He poured out His soul unto death in grief and sorrow so that our souls may be saved and healed. The well being of our soul is a reflection of healthy relationships. Let us be blessed with good mental health - healthy emotions and a sound mind.

We must also understand that there is a spiritual aspect to this institution and that is our connection with the Almighty GOD through our LORD JESUS CHRIST. We are made alive spiritually through the death and resurrection of Him. He took the punishment of our sin on His body.

 And he who does not take his cross and follow after Me is not worthy of Me. He who finds his life will lose it, and he who loses his life for My sake will find it.

Matthew 10:38-39

Therefore those who partake of this should be those who have decided to follow JESUS, willing to die to self and to live for Him.

Then Jesus said to them, "Most assuredly, I say to 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 him up at the last day.

John 6:53-54

This speaks of our life in CHRIST. This further shows us the seriousness of this commitment. It is a life and death matter. When we do this with such a heart, it is a blessing and brings healing and wholeness to us. On the other hand when we do this carelessly, it will bring GOD’S judgment upon us.

 Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord's body. For this reason many are weak and sick among you, and many sleep. For if we would judge ourselves, we would not be judged.

1 Corinthians 11:27-31

I had this impression of a father working with an electric saw. When his disobedient rebellious son wanted to use it, he hastened to put the switch off and unplug the saw. On this Fathers’ day, it is even more pertinent to remember our Heavenly Father Who deals so wisely with us. No obedience, no power so that there is no judgment , but sadly, there is no blessing as well!

So let us examine our own hearts. Let parents take the responsibility to decide whether their children understand and have the fear of the LORD to partake in this.

Money Matters

Money Matters

For thus says the LORD: "You have sold yourselves for nothing, And you shall be redeemed without money." - Isaiah 52:3 

knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold, from your aimless conduct received by tradition from your fathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot. - 1 Peter 1:18-19 

I was bought / redeemed with the precious Blood of the LORD JESUS, not with money.
"Tell us, therefore, what do You think? Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?" But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, "Why do you test Me, you hypocrites? "Show Me the tax money." So they brought Him a denarius. And He said to them, "Whose image and inscription is this?" They said to Him, "Caesar's." And He said to them, "Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." - Matthew 22:17-21 

"Nevertheless, lest we offend them, go to the sea, cast in a hook, and take the fish that comes up first. And when you have opened its mouth, you will find a piece of money; take that and give it to them for Me and you." - Matthew 17:27 

I should not sell myself again for money but give myself to God as His temple.

Then Jesus went into the temple of God and drove out all those who bought and sold in the temple, and overturned the tables of the money changers and the seats of those who sold doves. And He said to them, "It is written, 'My house shall be called a house of prayer,' but you have made it a 'den of thieves.' " Then the blind and the lame came to Him in the temple, and He healed them. - Matthew 21:12-14 

I enjoy the Wine of Blessing when I seek the face and the favour of GOD.

My thirst is quenched as I drink of the Holy Spirit.

"Ho! Everyone who thirsts, Come to the waters; And you who have no money, Come, buy and eat. Yes, come, buy wine and milk Without money and without price. - Isaiah 55:1 

"Do not labor for the food which perishes, but for the food which endures to everlasting life, which the Son of Man will give you, because God the Father has set His seal on Him." - John 6:27

I am fed by the Bread of Life by abiding in CHRIST.

And Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst..." - John 6:35

The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? for we, though many, are one bread and one body; for we all partake of that one bread. - 1 Corinthians 10:16-17

I am nourished by the Milk of GOD’S word.

..as newborn babes desire the pure milk of the word that you may grow thereby,.. - 1 Peter 2:2

The best things in life are not bought with money but by giving of my time and worldly pleasures.

Then one from the crowd said to Him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me." But He said to him, "Man, who made Me a judge or an arbitrator over you?" And He said to them, "Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses." - Luke 12:13-15 

I need to make a decision before long whether to serve God or to serve money, because the end is near!

Then I saw another beast coming up out of the earth, and he had two horns like a lamb and spoke like a dragon. And he exercises all the authority of the first beast in his presence, and causes the earth and those who dwell in it to worship the first beast, whose deadly wound was healed. He performs great signs, so that he even makes fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men. And he deceives those who dwell on the earth by those signs which he was granted to do in the sight of the beast, telling those who dwell on the earth to make an image to the beast who was wounded by the sword and lived. He was granted power to give breath to the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak and cause as many as would not worship the image of the beast to be killed. He causes all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or on their foreheads, and that no one may buy or sell except one who has the mark or the name of the beast, or the number of his name. Here is wisdom. Let him who has understanding calculate the number of the beast, for it is the number of a man: His number is 666. - Revelation 13:11-18 

Strength From GOD

Receiving Strength From The LORD

Then he said to them,

 "Go your way,

 eat the fat,

 drink the sweet,

 and send portions

 to those for whom nothing is prepared;

 for this day is holy to our Lord.

 Do not sorrow, for

 the joy of the LORD is your strength." 

 Nehemiah 8:10 

When the word of GOD was taught to the people of Israel, they were convicted in their hearts. They felt sorrow as they mourned for their sin. They repented and turned their hearts and faces towards GOD. This brought joy to the heart of GOD and strength to His people.

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And He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. - 2 Corinthians 12:9  

Do you feel cast down by your physical weaknesses?

Have you prayed and not received healing?

Seek the LORD diligently. 

He desires to reveal His glory to you by extending His grace over you. 

You will reflect GOD'S glory when you depend on His strength. 

He has promised to give you sufficient grace for each day. 

His grace will enable you to be what He wants you to be

 and to do what He wants you to do.

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But those who wait on the LORD

 Shall renew their strength;

 They shall mount up with wings like eagles,

 They shall run and not be weary, 

They shall walk and not faint. 

 Isaiah 40:31  

We are renewed in our strength when we wait on the LORD in prayer and in the study of His word. Repenting of our sins, turning to Him and connecting with Him brings new strength to us from GOD. 

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Then the LORD turned to him and said, "Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?" - Judges 6:14 

Gideon was fearful of the enemies of Israel who were oppressing them.

He felt small and inferior in himself and helpless.

Do you feel that way at times? 

In school?

In your workplace?

In your community?

In your Church?

The LORD will turn towards you

 so that you may go forth in His strength.

He has a task for you. 

He will use you to bring down the enemies of the people of GOD. 

GOD will use you to deliver His people

 from their enemies who oppress them.

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Healthy Eating and Weight Control - 1

All of us as humans are spiritual beings. We possess a soul, and we live in a physical body.

Each part has needs that have to be fulfilled.

My body needs food to sustain life and to grow.

My spirit is revived by the Spirit of God - The Holy Spirit, Who anchors me to The Almighty God, The Giver Of Life.

 Nourishment for my spirit is love that flows into my heart from God through Jesus, by The Holy Spirit.

My soul feeds on knowledge received by my mind. 


Many people are preoccupied about their physical food, but fail to give thought to the well-being of their soul and spirit. They do not realize that their soul and spirit are more important than the body. Even after the death of the body, the soul and spirit live on, either in heaven or in hell.

There is plenty of food available in the world for the body and for the soul. Some are healthy and some are unhealthy. It is necessary to develop healthy eating habits and also to teach our children such habits. We need to be wise and exercise self-control in regard to the food we choose to fill our stomachs and the knowledge we choose to fill our minds. The former shapes our figure while the latter shapes our character!


A healthy person is one who is well-fed, spirit, soul and body. Such a person is contented and confident, focused, well-balanced and caring and loving. Most people feed their body but fail to feed their soul and spirit. They do not understand that the hunger they continue to feel, following a good meal, is that of the soul and spirit. In trying to satisfy this hunger and thirst, which is very real, they continue to feed themselves with physical food. While their body gets over-fed and overweight, their soul and spirit remain empty and hungry. The physical problem leads to a soul-problem, which is anxiety and depression! They seek medical help. Consult psychologists and psychiatrists. They go on strict diets and rigorously exercise in gymnasiums. They spend much time and money on all these which, if at all, only give symptomatic temporary relief ! The problem cannot be solved unless and until the need of the spirit and soul is met. There is no other way, but to face it!


Are you in such a situation? Recognize and confess your spiritual need of the Saviour. God is waiting to pour His love into your heart through The Lord Jesus. When The Holy Spirit fills your heart, you will sense more fulfillment than that of a full stomach! The hunger of your soul can only be satiated by the word of God, which is The Holy Bible. Consequently you will find that your craving for excess food is alleviated. Nevertheless you will be able to enjoy good food as you eat with gratitude to God, the Giver of all good things! Thus you will enjoy life to the full!! May God so bless you!


Matthew 5:6 (NKJV) 
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled. 


Romans 5:5 (NKJV) 
Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. 


Matthew 4:4 (NKJV)
But He answered and said, "It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.' "

Jeremiah 15:16 (NKJV)
Your words were found, and I ate them, And Your word was to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; For I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts.

Job 23:12 (NKJV)
I have not departed from the commandment of His lips; I have treasured the words of His mouth More than my necessary food.

Psalms 103:5 (NKJV)
Who satisfies your mouth with good things, So that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. 


Matthew 6:31-33 (NKJV)
Therefore do not worry, saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we drink?' or 'What shall we wear?'
For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things.
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.