Don't Be So Childish 1 Corinthians 11:17-26

My family is driving across the country moving from California to Wisconsin. Since we are moving with our four-year-old and dog, we planned some stops that both would enjoy. You know what they say about the best laid plans…

We approach the edge of the Grand Canyon, anticipating our son’s amazement and hear, “Can we go home now?” How frustrating! Evan, standing in front of one of God’s most amazing creations, did not appreciate the majesty before us.

Paul is confronted with a similar situation in today’s scripture. Informed that the Corinthian church does not appreciate the purpose of the Lord’s Supper, Paul is scolding them after, people come eating other food, getting drunk, and letting others go home hungry. Paul’s response is, “What! Do you not have houses to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate those who have nothing?”

When I look at the church today, I wonder if we ever mirror the Corinthians. Do we come to church with a purpose different than drinking from the cup of redemption that comes only through Jesus Christ? Do we add our own menu to the table of God? A menu that overshadows not only those who come to us in need, but God’s purpose of saving souls and changing lives.

As you go to your house of worship this Sunday, take time to ask yourself, “Why am I here?” If your
church is participating in Communion, clear your mind and give God every part of you. Let’s not act like a preschool child standing before the Grand Canyon wanting to go home, but let’s come as children of God who appreciate the miracle our salvation.

Read today's passage at Biblegateway 1 Corinthians 11:17-26