Our Tribute

We speak of giving people their due. Because of who they are, the responsibility they have, or what they have done, we respect and thank accordingly. Such responses acknowledge their identity, position, character, or benefit to us. As Paul says of government (Romans 13:5-7), we give honor, respect, and tribute as appropriate.

Today we have come to give Christ his due. Of all the things he did, voluntarily submitting to crucifixion stands out as his greatest moral achievement. Observing these emblems of body given and blood shed, we are putting ourselves in his position so we can appreciate what it meant for him to put himself in our place.