Example That Empowers

One set of emblems, so many reminders. After recounting Christ’s supreme example, the Hebrew writer notes that his readers “have not yet resisted unto blood in striving against sins” (12:4). The comment reminds us that we have not resisted sin to the extreme many have. Most importantly, though, Christ entered our world to make evident to us that we are not alone in this resistance.

In addition to our efforts along the way, God enters in to assist in carrying us through to the end. Our Lord’s example, pictured in this loaf and cup, supplies encouragement for dealing with challenges we face from time to time in our struggles against sin.