Christ Lives in Me
In this morning’s sermon I mentioned Paul’s declaration that, “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me.” In many ways that declaration could serve as the motto for all those who come to this Table. This meal in which we take up and receive the emblems of Christ’s crucifixion is for those who no longer live for themselves, but rather for Christ. In this meal we are confronted each and every week with the astounding truth that Jesus, the only begotten Son, loved us and gave Himself over to death for us. Furthermore, in this meal we are confronted with what it means to have Christ live in us to pursue life by faith in Him and in the power of His Spirit. It means continually receiving and rest upon Him for our salvation. It means continually feeding upon Him, deriving strength from His body and blood so as to die to sin and live unto righteousness. Remember: This is a feast of victory!
