Life of Christ Day 18

Day 18

Last Supper

GAP 225

Jesus knew that He would soon be put to death.  He told His disciples that He wanted to eat the Passover meal with them before HIs suffering.

Jesus told them, “One of you which eateth with me shall betray me”(Mark 14:18)  They all asked “Lord, is it I?” (Matthew 26:22) When Judas asked “Master is it I?” Jesus said, “Thou hast said” (Matthew 26:23)

Jesus prepared the first sacrament and gave it to His Apostles.  He broke the bread, blessed it and said “Take, eat; this is in remembrance of my body”  Then He took the cup, gave thanks, and said “This is in remembrance of my blood. . .,which is shed for as many as shall believe on my name.”