In the course of life, we often have different perspectives on life. We all have our own standpoints, and our attitudes are often unconsciously expressed. When people say, “life is short” or “once in a lifetime”, they are revealing their outlook on life through their words. As a Christian, it is crucial to choose our perspective of life.

The fundamental Christian perception of life is the belief that through faith we are united with Christ, we live and act in the Holy Spirit and we walk towards the Father.

Christians are well aware that they believe in God the Father. Scripture teaches us that God the Father sent Jesus to us to teach us to call God ‘Abba Father’. ( Romans 8:15） Jesus tells us that He and the Father are one and “whoever sees me sees the one who sent me”. ( John 12:45） When we see Jesus suffering and dying on the cross, we see how much God the Father loves us. The Holy Spirit inspires us and gives us help to live a life worthy of a son. John 8:18），

Christians believe that Jesus is living in their midst. Being able to recognize Jesus in others is a treasure for Christians. Jesus has assured his followers that He is always among them, especially with those who are suffering and being persecuted. Therefore, He wants us to serve our brothers, especially those who are poor, and hungry. ( Matthew 25:35-40） “Whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me.” ( Matthew 25:41） The Apostles and their successors were called by Jesus to live their lives with Christ. ( Romans 12:1-2） They had not only to accept Christ’s teaching, but had to resemble Christ and live faithfully in Christ. ( (1 Corinthians 10:31） When the Apostles were filled with the Holy Spirit, they clearly saw that the crucified Jesus was the Messiah (the Christ) not only of the Jews but of mankind. ( Acts 10:37-43， Acts 2:32-36） This applies to all of us. If we can find Jesus is our life, and walk towards the Father in the Holy Spirit, then we have chosen the Christian way.
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For Christians, this experience of being with Christ fills everyday life, in life and death, in success and failure, in joy and pain, in work and rest, in solitude and in community.

When Christians come together with this daily experience, they will have a more in-depth sense of communion. They can feel and experience what Christ has said, “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them”. ( Matthew 18:20） It is therefore clear that communion with people and communion with the Lord go hand in hand.

When we read the Scriptures attentively, the Lord is speaking to us through his Word, and that will bring to us a more in-depth experience. With heartfelt gratitude, we celebrate the breaking of the bread (Eucharist) according to our Lord’s command. We implore the Father to send His Spirit to sanctify the bread and wine to become the Body and Blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, sharing with a joyful heart, as the experience of being with Christ reaches its climax at this time. Eat and drink the blood of Christ in remembrance of Jesus’ death, while joyfully celebrating His resurrection and sincerely looking forward to His return. All Christians who take part in the Eucharistic liturgy will realize the fact that everyone is the Body of Christ, and with Him and in the unity of the Holy Spirit, return to the Father.

“Together with” is a characteristic sign for Christians. When we are with others, we are with Christ. ( Matthew 18:20） In the liturgy of their assemblies they reflect on the meaning of ‘unity in diversity’. Christian communion means to be together. Christians are to continue to develop this life of “communion” in the midst of people until the Father becomes all in all. “Together” means that I am in the Father and the Father is in me. ( John 10:30，38）