Discerning Our Redemption (1 Cor. 10:14-22; 11:23-24; LD 30)

We are called to examine ourselves when we come to the Lord's Table. There is a frightening reminder that there are some who have died in the midst of the Corinthian congregation. Can we come to the table with confidence? How much examination should we do?

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Lord’s Supper: It is Finished (John 19:30)

When Christ is on the cross he states, “it is Finished.” This seem like a simple enough statement, but what does it really mean? What implications could this have for the Lord’s Supper? What does this mean for our lives in the Lord?

Lord’s Supper: Consuming Christ? (John 6:55)

Our Lord uses very strong language about finding life and having life in him. Christ tells us that need to eat his flesh and his blood. He promises that as we eat of his flesh and blood we are assured that we will have true life that will never end. So, does this mean that every time that we have the Lord’s supper that we consume Christ’s body and blood? Does this mean that every time we come together that Christ is re-sacrificed? What does Christ mean by this language?

Sojourning Under the Sun: Sabbath Spread (Luke 14:1-24)

Christ is invited to dine with the leader of the Pharisees.  It seems that Christ’s ministry is moving in a positive direction where he is making inroads with the movers and shakers of the society.  This seems to be underscored when we notice Luke tells us that the Phariesses were watching Him carefully.  This has to mean that Christ is being accepted by significant people.  Or is this banquet hosted for more nefarious reasons?