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When Jesus says, 'Take, eat. This is my body that was…

“When Jesus says, 'Take, eat. This is my body that was broken for you,' He says, I want my body in you. (Pause. . . shouts and claps) I want my blood in you. And every time you celebrate this rite, it is a reminder that you belong to me, and I belong to you. And he said, 'I will drink no more wine…” quote by T. D. Jakes
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“When Jesus says, 'Take, eat. This is my body that was broken for you,' He says, I want my body in you. (Pause. . . shouts and claps) I want my blood in you. And every time you celebrate this rite, it is a reminder that you belong to me, and I belong to you. And he said, 'I will drink no more wine until I drink it new with you and the kingdom of God. Communion is the most romantic ordinance. Eh, Eh, Eh. (He laughs. Pause. . . the audience shouts and claps.) It is the most romantic ordinance between two lovers.”

T. D. Jakes

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Communion symbolizes deep spiritual union, portraying the shared body and blood as a bond of love and belonging between believers and Christ.

In simple terms: Communion is a spiritual love bond.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the intimacy of shared faith.

Themes

spirituality union ritual

Mood

reverent intimate

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • church services
  • personal devotion
  • faith communities

Key Concepts

Christian theology symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this view of communion affect your personal faith?
  • What does shared sacrifice mean to you?
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Interpretations vary across denominations.

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