"I will not drink again of this fruit of the vine until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father's kingdom".
 
“Until that day” points to a future event, creating an expectation of fulfillment. It suggests a period of waiting and anticipation, which is a common theme in biblical prophecy. The "day" refers to a specific time in the future when Jesus will partake in eating the bread and drinking the wine again, indicating a significant eschatological event. The next time Jesus eats and drinks with His followers, it will be in a new context, transformed by the fulfillment of His mission. It points to the resurrection and the establishment of a new order in the kingdom of God, where the old is made new.
 
A symbol of hope is conveyed in communion as we share in eating of the bread. The disciples shared the Passover meal with Jesus who told them, ²⁹ I tell you, I will not drink from this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in my Father’s kingdom.” (Matthew 26:29) This statement was made during the Last Supper, referring to His impending death and the future Messianic banquet in heaven. 

Jesus used the word "anew" which suggests a renewal or transformation. It points to the resurrection and the establishment of a new order in the kingdom of God, where the old is made new.
 
The “kingdom of God” is a central theme in Jesus' teachings, representing God's sovereign rule and the fulfillment of His promises. This phrase connects to our future hope of the banquet, a future celebration where believers will be united with Christ. It echoes Old Testament prophecies about the Messianic age and is fulfilled in the New Testament vision of the marriage supper of the Lamb. Revelation 19:9 “Then the angel said to me, “Write this: Blessed are those who are invited to the wedding supper of the Lamb!” And he added, “These are the true words of God.” . This statement reassures the disciples of the coming kingdom and the ultimate victory of God's plan.
 
Bread served at communion also symbolizes hope. This message points to the return of Jesus and the fact believers will be with Christ in glory forever. He is coming again.
 
The purpose of bread is life – that the Israelites must daily trust God, and that daily one must trust God not just for things of this world but even more importantly for the things of the world to come.
 
As we share in the service of communion, we also share in the reminder that we have eternal life through faith in Jesus. As we take the elements, we are not receiving salvation. Salvation comes by the grace of God through faith in trusting Jesus. Jesus is not telling us that there is life by eating communion bread. There should be no misunderstanding about this symbolism. It says in John 6:63 says, "it is the spirit that gives life; the flesh profits nothing.  The words that I speak to you, they are spirit, and they are life."

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of salvation and trusting in You!

Dale