1 Samuel 13:1-23; Isaiah 52:1-12; 2 Corinthians 12:14-13:14
And Melchizedek king of Salem brought forth bread and wine: and he was the priest of the most high God. Genesis 14:18
In the first mention of bread and wine together in Scripture, Melchizedek brought these items out after Abraham’s military victory rescuing the captives. He blessed Abraham and received a tithe from him. Today, we remember the Lord’s death through the symbols of bread and wine that speak of His victory at Calvary, rescuing us from spiritual death. Our Great High Priest blesses us with His presence and we respond by praising Him, proclaiming His death, and giving Him our material gifts. —George Ferrier
For the bread and for the wine,
For the pledge that seals Him mine,
For the words of love divine,
We give Thee thanks, O Lord. —Horatius Bonar