We partake in the communion service because this is how
Christ asked us to remember Him. When Christ humbled
Himself and one by one washed the feet of His disciples, He
taught them an amazing lesson of selfishness and humility.
Then, He gave us loving and encouraging instruction, “For I
have given you an example, that you should do as I have done to
you (John 13:15).”
“This action opened the eyes of the disciples. Bitter shame and
humiliation filled their hearts. They understood the unspoken
rebuke, and saw themselves in altogether a new light. So Christ
expressed His love for His disciples. Their selfish spirit filled
Him with sorrow, but He entered into no controversy with them
regarding their difficulty. Instead He gave them an example they
would never forget (The Desire of Ages, 644-645). ”
Pastor Dan Belonio