The Daily Ricky

We had communion today and I was reminded of the first time that I held communion.


my wife and I were in our early twenties, we had been called to a small Baptist church in the country..
It was a fine church, one I was proud to say I pastored. The people knew that this was our first church and made allowances.

We had just gotten through with the song service and I was going to do communion.

I was so nervous, I read the scripture and asked the deacons to come up.

I knew the order of service but, I was so nervous I forgot.

Instead of the breaking of bread, I passed out the grape juice. My wife motioned for me and told me what I was doing.

I had started with the ceremonial drink first and that’s what we did and then the bread. I was so embarrassed and ashamed.

The people of the church knew it was backwards but, they never said a word. It wasn’t until years later we talked and laughed.

In the kingdom of God, we all make mistakes. I hope when we do, we know that our Maker is up in Heaven smiling!

Lord, help us to take things serious but, learn to laugh at our mistakes and go on. Amen!!!


Ricky