In these words, believers are invited to draw close to Jesus. "Come and dine" means sharing the same table and the same meal. Sometimes, it means sitting side by side, resting our head on His shoulder. It's a call to fellowship with God, marked by His redeeming love. Dining with Jesus gives us a vision of union with Him, as He Himself is our feast.

What a profound union! It's beyond reason to understand how we feed on Jesus. "He that eats my flesh, and drinks my blood, lives in me, and I in him." This invitation extends to fellowship with other believers. We may differ on many issues, but we share a spiritual hunger. We can all feed on the same bread of life from heaven.

At Jesus' table, we're one bread and one cup. As we share, we wholeheartedly pledge to one another. Draw closer to Jesus, and you'll find a stronger bond with all who share the same faith, nourished by heaven's manna. Nearness to Jesus brings us closer to each other.

These words also remind us of the strength available to every Christian. Looking at Christ brings life, but to serve Him fully, we must "come and dine." We often struggle with weakness by neglecting this call from the Master. We shouldn't starve ourselves spiritually. Instead, feast on the richness of the gospel to build our strength, using every gift in service to the Master. If you seek nearness to Jesus, unity with Him, love for His people, and strength from Him, "come and dine" with Him by faith.