For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim THE LORD’S death till HE comes.
~ I Corinthians 11:26
MY HEART CHRIST’S HOME: CELEBRATING THE SAVIOR! ~ What is THE LORD’S SUPPER? Why do so many churches celebrate THE LORD’S SUPPER in different ways? Who can participate in THE LORD’S SUPPER? What do I need to do to celebrate THE LORD’S SUPPER? What is the significance of THE LORD’S SUPPER? Where should we find the answers to these questions?
First, JESUS told us to gather in remembrance of HIM as we eat the bread and drink from the cup because they represent HIS death, burial, and RESSURECTION! Some people observe THE LORD’S SUPPER every week while others do not have a set pattern. This is true because no pattern is set forth in SCRIPTURE.
Any person who has been born-again (John 3:1-18) may join us in the observance of THE LORD’S SUPPER. This is known as an OPEN TABLE observance. However, others hold to a CLOSED TABLE observance which means only members of their congregation may participate.
Often this gathering and observance is very formal and follows a strict pattern. Others, like us, tend to have a varied format allowing us to approach the table in new and fresh ways as we seek the presence of THE LORD during HIS SUPPER. This is an informal personal approach.
Some believe that the bread (Host) and the wine literally become the Body and Blood of CHRIST. This is known as the Eucharist, and is observed in more liturgical churches. We see this as an ordinance which was commanded by THE LORD to be followed symbolically. Our only manual is the BIBLE! To us, this is a very private and intimate time.
Finally, during THE LORD’S SUPPER we remember that JESUS died for each of us. Reflecting on how HE gave HIS life to save us from our sin. Through this ordinance, we also declare that JESUS is COMING AGAIN!
Have been back to church since COVID began? Isn’t it time to gather with others and celebrate JESUS at HIS table? Find a local church and gather with them so that you can be a fully devoted follower of JESUS who worships, grows, and serves others in the local church. Isn’t it time? 🙂
Living in THE SHADOW of the CROSS
Blessings in CHRIST
Pastor Wes
I Peter 3:15
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