July 28, 2024: The Lord's Supper

1 Corinthians 11:17-32

The Lord’s Supper

Mike Giesenhagen

July 28, 2024

1 Corinthians 11:17-32

Matt 26:17-29; Mk 14:12-25; Lk 22:7-20; Jn 13:1-38 

Article 7: The Church 

The Lord Jesus mandated two ordinances, baptism and the Lord’s Supper, which visibly and tangibly express the gospel.  Though they are not the means of salvation, when celebrated by the church in genuine faith, these ordinances confirm and nourish the believer. 

1.   The Lord’s Supper is _____________ by _____________.

2.   The Lord’s Supper ______________ ____________.

a.  We Remember ____________ _____________.

b.  We Share ________________ with ____________.

c.  We Share ________________ with the ________.

d.  We Remember _________ _________ _________.

3.   The Lord’s Supper is for the ___________ ___________.

a.  Communion is for _______________.

b.  Communion is ____________ by ___________.

c.  Communion Expects _________ _____________.

4.   Communion is ____________ to __________ Us.

WEEKLY REFLECTIONS

  1. What is the Lord’s Supper?  What does the term “Lord’s Supper” signify?  What is the difference with the term “Communion”?

  2. Additional Study: Read the 4 Gospel accounts of the Last Supper.  What are the similarities?  What differences do you see?

  3. Why are the Lord’s Supper and Baptism called “ordinances”?  What does this mean in the life of the church?

  4. Which aspect of the Lord’s Supper do you find most compelling?  What do we remember when participating in the Lord’s Supper?

  5. How does someone know if they are ready to partake in the Lord’s Supper?

  6. What is the “significance of silence” in the EFCA position of the Lord’s Supper?  What is the difference between disagreement and division?