Daily Communion: A Path to Healing and Freedom
Summary
### Summary
In today's sermon, I shared the profound impact that daily communion has had on my life and the life of my wife. We began this practice during a particularly challenging time when I was physically unable to ingest anything, and my wife would take communion on my behalf. This act of faith and obedience has become a cornerstone of our spiritual lives, bringing healing and transformation to various areas, including our relationships and family. Communion is not just a ritual; it is a powerful act of obedience that releases spiritual life and healing.
In the kingdom of God, physical acts of obedience, such as raising hands in worship or participating in water baptism, bring about spiritual release. Similarly, communion represents the broken body and shed blood of Jesus, which brings healing and freedom. When we take the bread, we remember Jesus' torn flesh and declare healing over ourselves and others. This is not merely symbolic; it is a moment of surrender and proclamation of the healing that Jesus has already purchased for us.
I shared a testimony of a friend who was healed of multiple diseases after taking communion daily. This underscores the power and life that flow from discerning the body of Christ correctly. Paul warned the Corinthians that failing to do so could result in sickness and even death. Therefore, when we take communion, we must do so with a heart of surrender, recognizing the divine health and freedom that Jesus' sacrifice has secured for us.
When it comes to the cup, we proclaim the power of Jesus' blood to set us free from sin and its consequences. This is a legal basis for our freedom and a declaration over our households. Just as one lamb was sacrificed for an entire household in the Old Testament, the blood of Jesus covers and brings atonement for our families. We pray over each family member by name, asking for God's favor, protection, and spiritual encounters.
Finally, I emphasized the importance of praying for those who may oppose or criticize us. Instead of harboring resentment, we should bless them and pray for their well-being and spiritual prosperity. This act of love and forgiveness aligns us with God's heart and releases His blessings over our lives and theirs.
### Key Takeaways
1. Daily Communion as a Spiritual Practice: Taking communion daily is not just a ritual but a powerful act of obedience that releases spiritual life and healing. It serves as a moment of surrender and proclamation of the healing that Jesus has already purchased for us. [01:07]
2. Physical Acts of Obedience Bring Spiritual Release: In the kingdom of God, physical acts like raising hands in worship or participating in water baptism bring about spiritual release. Similarly, communion represents the broken body and shed blood of Jesus, which brings healing and freedom. [01:57]
3. The Power of Proclamation: When taking the bread, we should declare healing over ourselves and others, recognizing that Jesus' torn flesh has already secured our healing. This is not merely symbolic but a powerful moment of faith and proclamation. [02:59]
4. The Blood of Jesus Sets Us Free: The cup represents the blood of Jesus, which sets us free from sin and its consequences. This is a legal basis for our freedom and a declaration over our households, bringing atonement and protection for our families. [05:40]
5. Praying for Our Critics: Instead of harboring resentment towards those who oppose or criticize us, we should bless them and pray for their well-being and spiritual prosperity. This act of love and forgiveness aligns us with God's heart and releases His blessings over our lives and theirs. [10:08]
### YouTube Chapters
[0:00] - Welcome
[01:07] - The Importance of Daily Communion
[01:57] - Physical Acts and Spiritual Release
[02:59] - Declaring Healing Through Communion
[03:49] - Testimony of Healing
[04:41] - The Inheritance of Divine Health
[05:40] - The Power of Jesus' Blood
[06:34] - Atonement for the Household
[07:32] - Praying for Family Members
[08:11] - Specific Prayers for Children and Grandchildren
[09:07] - Blessing Our Critics
[10:08] - Praying for Spiritual Prosperity
[10:58] - Conclusion and Final Prayers
Study Guide
### Bible Reading
1. 1 Corinthians 11:23-30 (NIV)
> "For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, 'This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.' In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, 'This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.' For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord. Everyone ought to examine themselves before they eat of the bread and drink from the cup. For those who eat and drink without discerning the body of Christ eat and drink judgment on themselves. That is why many among you are weak and sick, and a number of you have fallen asleep."
2. Isaiah 53:5 (NIV)
> "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."
3. Exodus 12:3-4 (NIV)
> "Tell the whole community of Israel that on the tenth day of this month each man is to take a lamb for his family, one for each household. If any household is too small for a whole lamb, they must share one with their nearest neighbor, having taken into account the number of people there are. You are to determine the amount of lamb needed in accordance with what each person will eat."
### Observation Questions
1. What does the bread represent in the act of communion according to 1 Corinthians 11:23-30?
2. How does Isaiah 53:5 describe the impact of Jesus' suffering on our lives?
3. In Exodus 12:3-4, what was the significance of the lamb for each household?
### Interpretation Questions
1. How does the act of taking communion daily serve as a proclamation of Jesus' sacrifice and its benefits? [01:07]
2. What does it mean to "discern the body of Christ" correctly, and why is it important according to 1 Corinthians 11:29-30? [03:49]
3. How can the blood of Jesus be seen as a legal basis for our freedom and protection over our households? [05:40]
### Application Questions
1. Have you ever considered taking communion more frequently? How might this practice impact your daily spiritual life? [01:07]
2. Reflect on a time when a physical act of obedience, like raising hands in worship or participating in baptism, brought about a spiritual release in your life. How did it affect you? [01:57]
3. When you take communion, do you declare healing over yourself and others? How can you incorporate this practice into your daily routine? [02:59]
4. How can you apply the concept of the blood of Jesus setting you free from sin in your daily life? Are there specific areas where you need to proclaim this freedom? [05:40]
5. Think of someone who has opposed or criticized you. How can you begin to pray for their well-being and spiritual prosperity? What steps can you take to bless them? [10:08]
6. How can you involve your family in the practice of communion and prayer? What specific prayers can you start praying over each family member by name? [07:32]
7. Is there a particular area in your life or a relationship that needs healing and transformation? How can you surrender this to God through the act of communion? [01:07]
Devotional
Day 1: The Transformative Power of Daily Communion
Daily communion is a profound spiritual practice that goes beyond mere ritual. It is an act of obedience that releases spiritual life and healing. When we partake in communion, we are not just remembering Jesus' sacrifice; we are actively proclaiming the healing and freedom that His broken body and shed blood have secured for us. This practice can bring transformation to various areas of our lives, including our relationships and families. By taking communion daily, we align ourselves with the divine health and freedom that Jesus has already purchased for us. [01:07]
1 Corinthians 10:16-17 (ESV): "The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one bread, we who are many are one body, for we all partake of the one bread."
Reflection: How can you incorporate the practice of daily communion into your routine this week? What specific areas of your life do you need to proclaim healing and freedom over as you partake in communion?
Day 2: Physical Acts of Obedience Bring Spiritual Release
In the kingdom of God, physical acts of obedience, such as raising hands in worship or participating in water baptism, bring about spiritual release. Similarly, communion represents the broken body and shed blood of Jesus, which brings healing and freedom. These physical acts are not just symbolic; they are powerful moments of faith that release spiritual blessings. When we engage in these acts with a heart of surrender, we open ourselves up to the spiritual life and healing that God wants to pour into our lives. [01:57]
James 2:17-18 (ESV): "So also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead. But someone will say, 'You have faith and I have works.' Show me your faith apart from your works, and I will show you my faith by my works."
Reflection: What physical act of obedience can you perform today to demonstrate your faith? How can this act help you experience a deeper spiritual release and connection with God?
Day 3: The Power of Proclamation in Communion
When we take the bread during communion, we should declare healing over ourselves and others, recognizing that Jesus' torn flesh has already secured our healing. This is not merely symbolic but a powerful moment of faith and proclamation. By discerning the body of Christ correctly, we can experience the life and healing that flow from His sacrifice. This practice underscores the importance of approaching communion with a heart of surrender and faith, fully recognizing the divine health and freedom that Jesus' sacrifice has secured for us. [02:59]
Isaiah 53:5 (ESV): "But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed."
Reflection: As you take communion today, what specific healing do you need to proclaim over yourself or someone else? How can you approach this moment with a heart of faith and surrender?
Day 4: The Blood of Jesus Sets Us Free
The cup in communion represents the blood of Jesus, which sets us free from sin and its consequences. This is a legal basis for our freedom and a declaration over our households, bringing atonement and protection for our families. Just as one lamb was sacrificed for an entire household in the Old Testament, the blood of Jesus covers and brings atonement for our families. By praying over each family member by name, we can ask for God's favor, protection, and spiritual encounters, trusting in the power of Jesus' blood to bring freedom and healing. [05:40]
Hebrews 9:14 (ESV): "How much more will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience from dead works to serve the living God."
Reflection: Take a moment to pray over each member of your household by name. How can you declare the power of Jesus' blood over their lives, asking for God's favor, protection, and spiritual encounters?
Day 5: Praying for Our Critics
Instead of harboring resentment towards those who oppose or criticize us, we should bless them and pray for their well-being and spiritual prosperity. This act of love and forgiveness aligns us with God's heart and releases His blessings over our lives and theirs. By choosing to bless and pray for our critics, we demonstrate the love and forgiveness that Jesus has shown us, and we open ourselves up to the transformative power of God's grace in our relationships and interactions with others. [10:08]
Matthew 5:44-45 (ESV): "But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the just and on the unjust."
Reflection: Think of someone who has opposed or criticized you recently. How can you bless them and pray for their well-being and spiritual prosperity today? What steps can you take to align your heart with God's heart of love and forgiveness?
Quotes
1. "Communion was never meant to be reduced to a ritual or a routine. It was never intended. It was never intended for taking of the bread, taking of the cup together. It was never meant to mean merely looking back to a past event. God actually intended for life to be released through our obedience." [01:07] (25 seconds)
2. "In the kingdom, physical obedience brings spiritual release. There's always a connection between what we do. We raise our hands. We lift our voices. Water baptism. I mean, water baptism. Water baptism is more than just getting wet. It's we do something in the natural that God releases power upon that individual at water baptism. Communion is the same thing. It represents the broken body. The bread represents the broken body of Jesus." [01:57] (31 seconds)
3. "But the point is, is Jesus made a payment for the miracle that you need. A friend of my wife's called her, oh, maybe it was two years ago now, a year or two ago. And I actually wrote her a text and found out she was in the hospital. She was dying. She had seven different diseases in her body. So my wife wrote her back and said, take communion every day. And she did. And I forget how many weeks it took, but it was, I think, within a month, this woman wrote back. She was out of the hospital. She was healed of every single disease. She's perfectly whole, perfectly well. This is not symbolic. This is life." [03:49] (47 seconds)
4. "Paul warned the believers in Corinth. He said many people actually have been sick and have died because they didn't discern the body correctly. In the context, the body was the broken bread of Jesus. You hold something in your hand that's not a magic pill. But it is a moment of surrender where we yield our hearts to the work that Jesus has actually accomplished on our behalf. And in a moment, I'm going to have you confess with me, by the stripes of Jesus, I was healed. By the stripes of Jesus, I was and am healed." [04:41] (40 seconds)
5. "I would like to suggest that often you take communion and remember the Lord and make confession and declaration of your faith. Your household, your family, those that are closest to you. And make that confession almost like you were prophesying. By the stripes of Jesus, Kathy was and is healed. Parkinson's, you must go. And you stand with a legal basis, the legal basis for that victory." [05:40] (34 seconds)
6. "When it comes to the cup, it's the blood of Jesus that sets us free. In fact, say that with me. The blood of Jesus sets me free. Say it with me. The blood of Jesus sets me free. There is no remission of sin. There is no forgiveness apart from the shedding of the blood of Jesus. This is the legal basis for all of that." [06:34] (25 seconds)
7. "You see, in the Old Testament, one lamb was sacrificed for a household. Think about that. It wasn't individual lambs for individual people. There was something that was supposed to happen. That a lamb would be sacrificed and it would bring in cover, if you would. Atonement for an entire household. That's why in the New Testament, we see the jailer getting saved. And it says, he and his household believed. It was never meant to be just individuals." [07:32] (34 seconds)
8. "But the blood is enough. It is sufficient to deal with every calamity, every difficulty. Benny and I will pray for our children and their amazing spouses. We are so blessed to have the children and their spouses in our family, in our tribe. We pray over each one by name. Then we move to the grandchildren. And I pray over each one of them by name. I pray over each household." [08:11] (30 seconds)
9. "There are few leaders in the body of Christ who have, for whatever reason, have chosen to make me a target of books and conferences and different things to somehow destroy or confront or expose or whatever it might be. It's not my issue. I appreciate their courage and their attempt to please God. But what I'd like to do. Is I mention their names. And I won't do it here. But I mention their names before the Lord." [09:07] (32 seconds)
10. "And I say, Father. And I mention that person. And I say, I ask that you would bless their household. And that they would have the privilege of having children and grandchildren that serve you with deep affection. Create passion. Let them walk in purity. Let them walk in power. Let them be blessed with multiple generations that serve you with love. all of their hearts and I go through each one of them by name one of them is struggling with cancer right now so we pray we join together we just pray God bring healing to that man's body." [10:08] (34 seconds)
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