Going through the Motions

Thursday, December 17th, 2015                               Jeremiah 31 and Hebrews 10
Sara Frederick

As a church, we all take communion on the first Sunday of every month. We listen to the ministers inviting us to the table and are reminded of the symbolism of the bread and wine. Sometimes I feel like I’m just going through the motions and think to myself, “Is it time for communion again? That month flew by!” Then, something might happen the week before and I feel bad for the way I’ve reacted. Examples of some of these instances might be not talking to an irritable co-worker, getting upset with a friend’s decision, or getting irritated with another driver on my way to church. Situations like this make me that realize if I fail; God will understand and forgive me. I am then thankful it is communion Sunday. I can ask God again, even though I already did at the beginning of the service, to forgive me from acts or sins. In Jeremiah 31 and Hebrews 10, the Lord says “I will put my laws in their hearts, and I will write them on their minds. Their sins and lawless acts I will remember no more.” What a comforting statement, as I do not want to be reminded of my sinful acts. It’s a gift that I can start on a clean slate for the week and try to be a better person.

Prayer: Lord, please help me to not just go through the motions. Help me to remember your laws and keep them to memory. Amen.

Daily Challenge: Try not to go through the motions each and every day. Be mindful of what the Lord has and will done for you.