By Jesus’ own words he explains that he is truly present in the bread and wine we receive at Mass. He gives himself completely to us—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity. When we partake in the Blessed Sacrament, we welcome him into our hearts and allow him to dwell their as he dwelt with his Mother in the manger and throughout his childhood. Similarly, he remains within us as he did with his disciples as he preached the gospel and revealed to them the mystery of his Most Holy Sacrifice of the Altar. When we consume his Body and Blood, we are consumed by him and the Holy Spirit. And when we partake in him, we become true Godbearers of the Divine Word.
Have we taken the time to appreciate the true presence of Jesus Christ in the Body and Blood we receive at the Mass? What do we do to prepare ourselves for the coming of Christ? How do we reflect the graces we receive through the Blessed Sacrament in our lives outside of Church?
O Lord, let us eat your Flesh and drink your Blood and remain with you forever.
Amen.
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