The Upper Room Devotional 25th February 2026, Wednesday Message
Doubly Blessed
Carol P. Nyborg (North Carolina, USA)
Today’s Reading
1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 26-27
If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. – 1 Corinthians 12:26-27 (NIV)
Last week our church observed Communion. Because of health issues, I was unable to go forward to receive the sacrament. One of the ushers noticed my problem and asked if I would like for the servers to bring the bread and cup to me, but I was reluctant. However, when they brought the elements to a woman in the row behind me, my friend motioned for them to serve me as well. I was humbled by this unexpected hospitality.
The server holding the loaf bent over and softly said, “The Body of Christ broken for you,” as she placed a small piece of bread in my palm. Her companion leaned over and held the cup out to me so I could dip the bread in it. In a soft voice he said, “The Blood of Christ shed for you.”
I had heard both these phrases spoken dozens of times before, but this time they reached through all my mental clutter and touched me on a deeply personal level. Two of God’s servants answered the call of someone in need without fanfare or hesitation. So I was doubly blessed — by the sacrament itself and by their loving outreach to me. In that moment they exemplified what it means to be part of the body of Christ.
Thought for the Day
Each of us has our role to play as part of the body of Christ.
Prayer Focus
someone who has noticed my needs
Today’s Prayer
Dear Lord, guide us in fulfilling our role as a part of your church. Help us to grow in our strength and understanding of your will for the world you created. Amen.
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